“ONLY I CAN SEXUALIZE ME”: EXAMINING THEMES OF EMPOWERMENT IN NORTHEASTERN RENAISSANCE FAIRES

Aubrey Nicole NICOLE Tallon and Jackie Hensler
Given the social stigmas associated with Renaissance Faires, this study examined the meaning of Renaissance Faires to performers and how performers perceived erotic capital to be expressed at these Faires. Using a series of semi-structured interviews, researchers viewed respondent narratives and established codes. Thematic coding revealed four main focuses—empowerment, community, diversity, and sexuality. Implications of these themes on Renaissance Faire culture will be discussed within the exhibit.
Major: 
Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Management
Exhibition Category: 
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Andrew Mowen, Professor and Professor-in-charge of Honors Programs; RPTM
Poster Number: 
102