Creativity and Creation in the Performing Arts from the Perspective of Avicenna

Abstract
Avicenna, the great Iranian philosopher and scientist, is one of the most influential thinkers in ‎the Islamic world, whose views have been influential in various scientific and philosophical ‎fields, including the performing arts. Avicenna believed that creativity is the result of the ‎continuous interaction between reason and experience. He believed that artists should ‎discover and apply new ideas and artistic innovations through their own experiences. ‎
This creative process allows the artist to create original and innovative works that are not only ‎aesthetically but also spiritually rich. From Avicenna's perspective, artistic creation is a ‎process in which the artist must carefully examine and analyze subjects, relying on his intellect ‎and knowledge, and then create a new and unique work, inspired by new experiences and ‎perspectives. He emphasizes that creativity depends not only on the artist's ability to create ‎new combinations and ideas, but also on his commitment and perseverance in pursuing and ‎realizing these ideas. In this study, we analyze Avicenna's views on creativity and creation in the ‎performing arts and We show how his teachings can be used to enhance and promote ‎creativity in contemporary performing arts. We also examine the impact of these views on ‎Islamic art and culture and examine their role in various artistic developments.‎