The Cambridge Introduction to Theatre Studies
Christopher B. Balme
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Paperback. This volume introduces the key elements and approaches in the study of theatre and performance, covering drama, music theatre and dance. Series: Cambridge Introductions to Literature. Num Pages: 244 pages, 10 b/w illus. 2 tables. BIC Classification: AN. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 12. Weight in Grams: 412. Series: Cambridge Introductions to Literature. 244 pages, 10 b/w illus. 2 tables. This 2008 volume introduces the key elements and approaches in the study of theatre and performance, covering drama, music theatre and dance. Cateogry: (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: AN. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 12. Weight: 404.
Providing thorough coverage of the methods and tools required in studying historical and contemporary theatre, this Introduction examines the complexities of a rapidly changing and dynamic discipline. Following a cross-cultural perspective, the book surveys the ways theatre and performance are studied by looking initially at key elements such as performers, spectators and space. The central focus is on methodology, which is divided into sections covering theatre theory, historiography and textual and performance analysis. The book covers all the main theatrical genres - drama, opera and dance - providing students with a comparative, integrated perspective. Designed to guide students through the ... Read more
Providing thorough coverage of the methods and tools required in studying historical and contemporary theatre, this Introduction examines the complexities of a rapidly changing and dynamic discipline. Following a cross-cultural perspective, the book surveys the ways theatre and performance are studied by looking initially at key elements such as performers, spectators and space. The central focus is on methodology, which is divided into sections covering theatre theory, historiography and textual and performance analysis. The book covers all the main theatrical genres - drama, opera and dance - providing students with a comparative, integrated perspective. Designed to guide students through the ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Number of pages
244
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Series
Cambridge Introductions to Literature
Condition
New
Weight
411g
Number of Pages
244
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521672238
SKU
V9780521672238
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About Christopher B. Balme
Christopher Balme is Professor of Theatre Studies at the University of Munich.
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