Theatre Histories

An Introduction

Bruce McConachie author Tobin Nellhaus author Tamara Underiner author Carol Fisher Sorgenfrei author Tobin Nellhaus editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:25th Feb '16

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This thoroughly revised and updated third edition of the innovative and widely acclaimed Theatre Histories: An Introduction offers a critical overview of global theatre and drama, spanning a broad wealth of world cultures and periods. Bringing together a group of scholars from a diverse range of backgrounds to add fresh perspectives on the history of global theatre, the book illustrates historiographical theories with case studies demonstrating various methods and interpretive approaches.

Subtly restructured sections place the chapters within new thematic contexts to offer a clear overview of each period, while a revised chapter structure offers accessibility for students and instructors. Further new features and key updates to this third edition include:

  • A dedicated chapter on historiography

  • New, up to date, case studies

  • Enhanced and reworked historical, cultural and political timelines, helping students to place each chapter within the historical context of the section

  • Pronunciation guidance, both in the text and as an online audio guide, to aid the reader in accessing and internalizing unfamiliar terminology

  • A new and updated companion website with further insights, activities and resources to enable students to further their knowledge and understanding of the theatre.
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"When the first edition of Theatre Histories appeared in 2006 it set a new standard in the field for breadth of geographical coverage, for exploring the inter-relation of theatre with social and cultural history, and for its in-depth presentation of historical methodology. The new third edition further excels in all of these areas as well as being tied to an excellent online supplement."

- Marvin Carlson, Distinguished Professor, The City University of New York

"The third edition is a bold reworking of an already revolutionary text. The major restructuring of the chapters, case studies, and theoretical frames give the text laser clarity and make it easier to integrate into the curriculum. The diverse range of case studies makes this text deeply engaging. The authors of this volume present us yet again with a brilliant and provocative examination of the study of theatre history with its ambitious range and innovative critique of the historical narrative. Through Theatre Histories, the third edition, McConachie, Nellhaus, Sorgenfrei, and Underiner strike that rare balance, simultaneously teaching the historical meta-narrative while interrogating and subverting the concept of metanarratives. The book provides a dynamic platform for students and instructors alike to engage thoughtfully with the history of the theatre."

- E.J. Westlake, Associate Professor of Theatre and English, University of Michigan

ISBN: 9780415837972

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 1542g

632 pages

3rd edition