Can anyone describe Goffman's dramaturgical approach to the body and social interaction?

Question

10 points if you can make answer succinct & less than 30 words!!!

Thanks heaps

Answer 1

Sorry, 30 words seemed impossible…this still leaves A LOT out in regards to success/failure of actors, etc.

Goffman’s Dramaturgy (Symbolic) uses the metaphor of the theatre as he explains how people interact in everyday social life (performance) from birth.  Actors use their body language, attitude, appearance, etc. within society to portray themselves in a good light enforcing societal expectations (roles, labels).