Product Description

Technology has always been an important part of theatre, both as a means to an end and as end in itself. Throughout the 20th century a unifying attitude in all art forms is the desire to examine the materials and the tools of making art. In the theatre this approach significantly expands the relationships between technology, scenography and performance. This book explores ways in which development and change in technology have been reflected in scenography, and considers how change in scenographic identity has impacted upon the place and meaning of performance.

Theatre and Performance Practices explores key performance practices encountered in the study of modern and contemporary theatre. Each book in the series charts the critical and historical development of a mode of performance practice and assesses its contemporary significance. Designed to inspire students, scholars and practitioners, the series asks, what are the choices and responsibilities facing performance-makers today?

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #259761 in Books
• Published on: 2005-09-19
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 272 pages

About the Author
CHRISTOPHER BAUGH is Professor of Drama at the University of Kent at Canterbury, UK. He researches and teaches the history, theory and practice of scenography and is himself a professional stage designer. He is Chair of the Society for Theatre Research's Research Committee, was on the planning committee for The Globe Theatre, Bankside, and is editor of the journal Scenography International (with Christine White).