Phyllis T. Dircks
American Puppetry: Collections, History and Performance
- ISBN 13:
- 9780786418961
- author:
- Phyllis T. Dircks
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- McFarland
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15.2 x 2 cm
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
American Puppetry Collections: A Collection of Essays and Photographs. This comprehensive collection of essays explores the significance of puppetry in American culture. Featuring contributions from leading scholars and curators, the book delves into the history of puppetry in the United States, its contemporary theatre applications, and the preservation of puppets from various cultures and time periods. The fourteen collections discussed include those of renowned institutions such as the Smithsonian Institution, Harvard University Theatre Collection, and Center for Puppetry Arts. The book also includes an overview of American puppetry today, essays on notable figures like Julie Taymor and Jim Henson, and a discussion on virtual performance space.
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