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Renaissance Drama in Action
Martin White
其他書名
An Introduction to Aspects of Theatre Practice and Performance
出版Psychology Press, 1998
主題Art / PerformanceHistory / Europe / RenaissanceLiterary Criticism / DramaPerforming Arts / GeneralPerforming Arts / Theater / GeneralPerforming Arts / Theater / History & Criticism
ISBN04150673839780415067386
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=uhO29kgPargC&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋A fascinating exploration of Renaissance theatre practice and staging, which relates the characteristics of Renaissance theatre to the issues involved in staging the plays today. Plays discussed include 'The Duchess of Malfi'.Renaissance Drama in Action is a fascinating exploration of Renaissance theatre practice and staging. Covering questions of contemporary playhouse design, verse and language, staging and rehearsal practices, and acting styles, Martin White relates the characteristics of Renaissance theatre to the issues involved in staging the plays today.This refreshingly accessible volume:* examines the history of the plays on the English stage from the seventeenth century to the present day* explores questions arising from reconstructions, with particular reference to the new Globe Theatre* includes interviews with, and draws on the work and experience of modern theatre practitioners including Harriet Walter, Matthew Warchus, Trevor Nunn, Stephen Jeffreys, Adrian Noble and Helen Mirren* includes discussions of familiar plays such as The Duchess of Malfi and 'Tis Pity She's A Whore, as well as many lesser known play-textsRenaissance Drama in Action offers undergraduates and A-level students an invaluable guide to the characteristics of Elizabethan and Jacobean drama, and its relationship to contemporary theatre and staging.