"This anthology gathers cutting edge researchers and practitioners from different art modalities to explore how and why performative approaches contribute to teaching, learning and research. Through the use of diversified examples, the authors shed light on how artful ways to engage in pedagogy and research can reveal unexpected insights and complex understandings. Furthermore, each chapter provides compelling evidence as to why creative learning and researching matter in today’s society."Dr. George Belliveau, Professor of Theatre Education, University of British Columbia."Centering on the concept and practices of performing approaches, and what they can offer to arts education through artful teaching, learning and research, this book is an original and vibrant collection and an important contribution to the literature. Enthusiastically recommended!"Liora Bresler, Ph.D. University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.