The Continuum Companion to Twentieth Century Theatre - Softcover

Colin Chambers

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1847140017 ISBN 13: 9781847140012

Publisher: Continuum Collections, an imprint of Continuum International Publishing Ltd, 2006

Synopsis

International in scope, this book is designed to be the pre-eminent reference work on the English-speaking theatre in the twentieth century. Arranged alphabetically, it consists of some 2500 entries written by 280 contributors from 20 countries which include not only top-level experts, but, uniquely, leading professionals from the world of theatre. A fascinating resource for anyone interested in theatre, it includes: - Overviews of major concepts, topics and issues;- Surveys of theatre institutions, countries, and genres;- Biographical entries on key performers, playwrights, directors, designers, choreographers and composers;- Articles by leading professionals on crafts, skills and disciplines including acting, design, directing, lighting, sound and voice.

About this title

Review:

'An invaluable, encyclopedic work of research and a thought-provoking introduction to the world of theatre' RICHARD EYRE 'The book succeeds in making us aware of the multifarious aspects of modern theatre political and sexual, as well as artistic.' The Stage

About the Author:

Colin Chambers, formerly literary manager of the Royal Shakespeare Company, is Senior Research Fellow in Performing Arts at De Montfort University, Leicester.

About this edition

• Publisher: Continuum Collections, an imprint of Continuum International Publishing Ltd
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 1847140017
• ISBN 13: 9781847140012
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 896