The Observatoire Critique brings together young researchers from across the French university system with the goal of employing both live-commentary and critical reflection to encapsulate both the complexity and plurality of scientific events (symposiums, workshops, conferences) in the theatre research domain. Initially conceived as a laboratory for mutual exchange, the Observatoire experiments with different languages, digital tools of communication and archival resources to achieve its aims. The experience aims to highlight methodological questions fundamental to the relationship between scientific work and the way it is communicated. The work therefore situates itself at the intersection of the individual and collective, and between practices of observation and the digital environment.

A project coordinated by Erica Magris (MCF, P8).