Theatre Studies: the Basics |
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Author:
| Leach, Robert |
Series title: | The Basics Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-415-81168-2 |
Publication Date: | Aug 2013 |
Publisher: | Routledge
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $28.95 |
Book Description:
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Now in a second edition, Theatre Studies: The Basics is a fully updated guide to the wonderful world of theatre. The practical and theoretical dimensions of theatre - from acting to audience - are woven together throughout to provide an integrated introduction to the study of drama, theatre and performance. Topics covered include:
- dramatic genres, from tragedy to political documentary
- theories of performance
- the history of the theatre in the...
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Now in a second edition, Theatre Studies: The Basics is a fully updated guide to the wonderful world of theatre. The practical and theoretical dimensions of theatre - from acting to audience - are woven together throughout to provide an integrated introduction to the study of drama, theatre and performance. Topics covered include:
- dramatic genres, from tragedy to political documentary
- theories of performance
- the history of the theatre in the West
- acting, directing and scenography
With a glossary, chapter summaries and suggestions for further reading throughout, Theatre Studies: the Basics remains the ideal starting point for anyone new to the subject.