

He works at the intersection of questions of race and the current ecological ravaging of the earth. He is interested in what these intertwined issues have to do with the modern world, generally, and with America (or rather the Americas), more specifically, as a unique religious situation or phenomenon. He explores these matters with the resources of black critical theory, which is simply to say critical theory, combined with theories of the sacred and languages drawn from the domains of religion, theology, and philosophy.
Modern Philosophy, Intellectual History, History of the Human Sciences
African American Art, Museum Studies, Feminist and Post-Colonial Theory
Black diaspora and Native Studies, Post-colonial theory, Black feminist thought, Surveillance Studies, Visual and Cultural Studies, Enlightenment Philosophy, Political Theory
Critical History/Theory of U.S. Television and Film, Cultural Studies, Cultural Geography, Critical Race Theory, Sports Media, Sound & Music in Film/TV, Corporate Branding and Identity, Media Policy and Law, Communication Technology and Rural Access
Early America, Slavery & Gender, African Diaspora
Early America, Slavery & Gender, African Diaspora
Political, Economic, and Historical Conditions that shape Performance and Cultural Production
Critical Theory, Postcoloniality, Poststructuralism, Postmodernism, Cultural Critique, Nationalisms and Diasporas, Globalization, Ethnicity and Minority Discourse, Gender and Feminisms.
Darryl Taylor’s performances have been noted for their compelling artistry and authority. His is an international career highlighted by performances of art song, opera and oratorio. His repertoire extends from Bach to Britten, and beyond.
Film theory, Marxism, Black Political Theory, Dramaturgy, and Cultural Studies
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