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The Methuen Drama Handbook of Theatre History and Historiography (Methuen Drama Handbooks)

by Rachel Simon

4.8 out of 5

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A Comprehensive Guide to the Study of Theatre

The Methuen Drama Handbook of Theatre History and Historiography provides a comprehensive overview of the study of theatre, from its earliest origins to the present day. Written by leading scholars in the field, the Handbook offers a wide-ranging and authoritative account of the key issues and debates in theatre history and historiography.

The Handbook is divided into four parts. The first part, "Theatre History: A Critical ," provides an overview of the field of theatre history, including its major themes, methods, and historiographical debates. The second part, "Theatre Histories," presents a series of case studies of specific theatre traditions, from ancient Greece to the present day. The third part, "Theatre Historiography," examines the different ways in which theatre history has been written and studied, from the early chroniclers to the present day. The fourth part, "Theatre Historiography in Practice," offers a series of essays that explore the practical applications of theatre historiography, from teaching and research to performance and production.

The Methuen Drama Handbook of Theatre History and Historiography is an essential resource for students, scholars, and practitioners of theatre. It is a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the field, and it provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and historiography of theatre.

Key Features

Written by leading scholars in the field
Provides a comprehensive overview of the study of theatre
Examines the key issues and debates in theatre history and historiography
Offers a series of case studies of specific theatre traditions
Explores the different ways in which theatre history has been written and studied
Provides a series of essays that explore the practical applications of theatre historiography

Theatre History: A Critical
Theatre Histories
Theatre Historiography
Theatre Historiography in Practice

Reviews

"The Methuen Drama Handbook of Theatre History and Historiography is an essential resource for students, scholars, and practitioners of theatre. It is a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the field, and it provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and historiography of theatre." - Choice

"The Methuen Drama Handbook of Theatre History and Historiography is a major contribution to the field of theatre studies. It is a comprehensive and authoritative overview of the key issues and debates in theatre history and historiography. The Handbook is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of theatre." - Theatre Journal

The Methuen Drama Handbook of Theatre History and Historiography (Methuen Drama Handbooks)

by Rachel Simon

4.8 out of 5