Although many of us identify as belonging to varying audiences based on our own likes and dislikes, we don't always realize that we are a part of a much larger collective group of individuals that partake in an event or social activity. Thus, many research analysts aim to study why people engage in certain audience behaviours and practices. In addition, the news media sometimes also discusses audiences and often uses the opposing views of audiences creating a supportive environment or how destructive audiences can be.
If you follow the link below, you will find a brief article pleasantly describing performers recognizing that they too are part of audience at the My Favorite Bands Festival and that often times the lines between the audience and the performers can be blurred. I find this article relevant when discussing audience studies because we often forget that even the most famous of people are part of the same audiences that we are. Also, that depending on the atmosphere, the performers can seem like part of the audience, making it a more intimate and personable experience for everyone. Hence, when performers such as musicians are more interactive with their audience, I believe that the viewers enjoy the presentation more and are able to perceive the artist on a more personal level.
http://www.greeleytribune.com/entertainment/18202438-113/my-favorite-bands-festival-brings-seventh-year-of#
On the other hand, as previously mentioned, the news focuses also on how audiences can be intentionally or unintentionally destructive especially in large groups. For instance, in the article below, people who went to Boots and Hearts 2015 left large amounts of garbage behind that locals hope doesn't wreck the local wildlife.
http://www.orilliapacket.com/2015/08/10/concerns-and-complaints-after-festival
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