Analytic Philosophy and the World of the Play (Routledge Advances in Theatre & Performance Studies) - Hardcover

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Bennett, Michael Y.

 
9781138239920: Analytic Philosophy and the World of the Play (Routledge Advances in Theatre & Performance Studies)
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ISBN 10: 1138239925 ISBN 13: 9781138239920
Publisher: Routledge, 2017

Synopsis

Theatrical characters’ dual existence on stage and in text presents a unique, challenging case for the analytical philosopher.

Analytic Philosophy and the World of the Play re-examines the ontological status of theatre and its fictional objects through the "possible worlds" thesis, arguing that theatre is not a mirror of our world, but a re-creation of it. Taking a fresh look at theatre’s key elements, including the hotly contested relationships between character and actor; onstage and offstage "worlds"; and the play-text and performance, Michael Y. Bennett presents a radical new way of understanding the world of the play.

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About the Author

Michael Y. Bennett is Associate Professor of English and affiliated faculty in Philosophy at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

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Publisher
Routledge
Publication date
2017
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1138239925
ISBN 13 
9781138239920
Binding
Hardcover
Edition number
1
Number of pages
172

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