Performance art emerged in the 1960s, with New York City serving as a significant hub for its development.

Allan Kaprow is credited with coining the term 'Happening' and is considered a key figure in the early stages of performance art.

Hermann Nitsch's performances often involved the ritualistic use of live animals, drawing both controversy and attention.

Participatory art emphasizes the involvement and interaction of the audience as active participants in the performance.

Marina Abramovic's 'The Artist Is Present' involved her sitting silently across from visitors, creating an intense and intimate encounter.

Cyberformance refers to performances that utilize digital technologies, such as the internet, to connect and engage with remote audiences.

Chris Burden's performances often pushed the limits of physical endurance and pain, challenging conventional notions of art.

Found Object Art incorporates everyday objects and materials into performances, blurring the boundaries between art and life.

Carolee Schneemann's performances often challenged traditional notions of femininity and explored the complexities of the female experience.

Durational Art emphasizes the passage of time and the endurance of the performer, often involving repetitive or sustained actions.

Jean Tinguely's performances often involved the construction and subsequent destruction of kinetic sculptures, exploring themes of impermanence and transformation.

Light Art utilizes light as a medium for artistic expression, creating immersive and dynamic environments.

John Cage's performances often explored the relationship between sound, silence, and the environment, challenging traditional notions of music.

Text-Based Art incorporates text and language as central elements of the performance, exploring the relationship between words, meaning, and artistic expression.

Ana Mendieta's performances often explored themes of identity, the female body, and the relationship between nature and culture through the use of food and organic materials.