Performing Arts

Hitchcock Annual Volume 21 presents a collection of essays exploring various aspects of Alfred Hitchcock's work. This volume delves into the complexities of character development, the role of...

Discover 66 All-Canadian Horror Movies, a comprehensive guide to Canada's rich horror film heritage. Written and ranked by critic and blogger Steve Hutchison, this book features in-depth reviews of...

History films of the 1990s often explored significant and troubling episodes from World War II, the Cold War era, and the Persian Gulf. However, in their attempt to confront the past, these films...

Stephanie Barton-Farcas offers expert guidance for actors navigating the evolving world of 21st-century performance. This comprehensive guide covers acting and auditioning in relation to new media,...

Look Who's Laughing: Gender and ComedyThis groundbreaking study maps the complex terrain of comedy and gender, challenging common assumptions about women's roles in humor. Gail Finney and twenty...

South Asian Filmscapes Transregional Encounters by Elora Halim Chowdhury and Esha Niyogi De explores the complex politics and poetics of bordered identity and crossings in South Asia through selected...

The Celluloid Madonna: A Study of Mary in Cinema History Catherine O'Brien explores how filmmakers from diverse backgrounds have reimagined the Virgin Mary on screen, from silent era films to...

Discover the diverse and distinct film cultures of Australia and New Zealand, from the early 20th century to the present day. This comprehensive guide explores the country's unique cinematic styles...

Vying for the Iron Throne: Essays on Power, Gender, Death and Performance in HBO's Game of ThronesThis collection of new essays explores how power, death, gender, and performance intertwine in the...

Site Unscene: The Offstage in English Renaissance Drama explores how dramatic episodes that occur offstage and beyond the audience's sight shape our understanding of the play. By examining these...

The American popular imagination has long portrayed World War II as the "good war," fought by the "greatest generation" for the sake of freedom and democracy. However, combat films and other war...

A Body in the O: Performance Scripts and WritingsTim Miller's latest collection brings together his most recent performance scripts and writings, building on his previous work such as Lay of the Land...

Cinema and Urban Culture in Shanghai, 1922-1943 by Yingjin Zhang explores the vital role cinema played in shaping Shanghai culture during this period. This volume sheds new light on early Chinese...

East-West Encounters: Franco-Asian Cinema and Literature explores the intersection of French and Asian cultures in film and literature, set against the backdrop of France's postcolonial history.This...

Hollywood Fantasies of Miscegenation explores the history of interracial desire in American film from 1903 to 1967. This book examines how white fantasies of mixed relationships were represented and...

Enduring Images: A Future History of New Left Cinema by Morgan Adamson explores the political films of the 1960s and '70s, examining how the New Left transformed cinema in response to cultural and...

The Western and U.S. History: Cowboys as Cold Warriors Stanley Corkin examines the significant westerns released between 1946 and 1962, analyzing how they responded to and influenced the cultural...

Soviet Cinema in the Silent Era, 1918-1935 by Denise J. Youngblood explores the complex and often contradictory world of Soviet film during its most creative period. This pivotal era saw tensions...

Hardcore Horror Cinema in the 21st Century: A Study of Realist Horror Film Production and Reception. This book examines the hardcore horror film genre, focusing on its key aesthetic convention - the...

Movies Without Baggage: A Guide to Ultra-low-budget Filmmaking is a practical guide for aspiring filmmakers. With budgets as low as $7,500, it's now easier than ever to produce high-quality...

Carole Lombard's life was cut tragically short in 1942, but her career had already reached new heights. As a talented comedienne and dramatic actress, she earned praise for her performances on screen...

Acting Egyptian Theater, Identity, and Political Culture in Cairo, 1869-1930 by Carmen M. K. Gitre explores how performance spaces played a crucial role in shaping modern Egyptian identity during the...

21st Century Hollywood Movies in the Era of Transformation explores how digital technologies have revolutionized media production and content distribution. This book introduces readers to the global...

The Charlie Chan Film Encyclopedia by Howard M. Berlin is a comprehensive reference guide to the popular film series. Spanning over 47 films and featuring six different actors playing the iconic...

Choreographing Identities: Folk Dance, Ethnicity and Festival in the United States and Canada by Anthony Shay explores how folk dances serve as visual representations of cultural identity. This...

Cinema and Ireland provides a comprehensive study of film production in Ireland from the silent period to the present day. It examines the context and significance of films such as Irish Destiny, The...

Stanley Cavell and the Magic of Hollywood Films by Daniel Shaw explores how classic and contemporary dramas reflect the struggle to become who we really are. Drawing on Cavell's theories, Shaw...

Public Spectacles of Violence: Sensational Cinema and Journalism in Early Twentieth-Century Mexico and Brazil by Rielle Navitski explores how media spectacles of violence helped audiences make sense...

Visions and Revisions: Performance, Memory, Trauma brings together performance studies and trauma studies to explore how these fields intersect in relation to key themes such as trauma, testimony,...

The Performing Set: The Broadway Designs of William and Jean Eckart A lavishly illustrated book showcasing the innovative stage designs of Bill and Jean Eckart, two pioneers in American theatre...

The Philosophy of TV Noir by Steven M. Sanders and Aeon J. Skoble explores the connection between film noir's fatalistic themes and visual style, and its influence on episodic television from the...

The global film industry has undergone significant changes over the past two decades, driven by economic globalisation and technological advancements. As Hollywood's influence has grown, regional...

Pussy Liberty: A One Act PlayA powerful and humorous exploration of two young women's struggles with identity, trauma, and feminism. Blaire and Halle navigate the complexities of modern life, finding...

The American Video Store: A Cultural History of Videoland By Daniel Herbert, published by the University of California Press in 2014. In the early 1980s, video stores became an integral part of movie...

François Ozon: A Film Career in Transition Thibaut Schilt explores the career of François Ozon, a filmmaker known for his innovative style and provocative themes. From his early days as a student at...

Ermanno Olmi is a filmmaker whose work has largely remained underappreciated despite his numerous successes at prestigious film festivals. This book explores Olmi's style and evolving...

Thirty-six contemporary monologues for actors, ranging from one to seven minutes in length, are presented in this collection by Kirsty Budding. These character-driven pieces offer fresh insights into...

Fear Itself: Horror on Screen and in Reality During the Depression and World War II By Melvin E. Matthews, Jr. This book explores how horror films from the 1930s and 1940s reflected the anxieties of...

This illustrated guidebook provides an easy-to-understand introduction to film and video making. Bill Brown explains the basics of filmmaking, including camera techniques, lighting, sound recording,...

This anthology of six contemporary plays from Turkey explores global themes such as identity, poverty and displacement, shedding light on current cultural and political matters in the country.The...

The Horse Who Drank the Sky explores the visceral dimension of cinema, revealing how films can provoke and touch viewers through images that transcend narrative and theory. By examining key cinematic...

Berlin Replayed: Cinema and Urban Nostalgia in the Postwall Era By Brigitta B. Wagner University of Minnesota Press, 2015 The transformation of Berlin since the end of the Cold War has been dramatic,...

Alfred Hitchcock is a comprehensive introduction to the major British and Hollywood films of this acknowledged giant of film. Spanning his prolific half-century career, which included 53 films, this...

European theater has undergone significant changes over the past twenty years, driven by a new generation. This book explores these developments through studies on independent theater in different...

From formulaic cliches to innovative storytelling, Hindi cinema underwent a significant transformation between 1995 and 2015. This period saw the emergence of a new wave of filmmakers who challenged...

Surrogacy and the Reproduction of Normative Family on TV by Lulu Le Vay explores how television shows portray surrogacy and its impact on family structures. The book examines six popular TV series,...

Monster Cinema explores the diverse world of movie monsters, from gigantic creatures like King Kong to microscopic beings and human-like serial killers. Film expert Barry Keith Grant delves into the...

Hearing Southeast Asia: Sounds of Hierarchy and Power in ContextThis interdisciplinary volume explores sound in Southeast Asia, examining its role in shaping social environments and the...

Shakespeare's filmic legacy spans centuries and genres. This comprehensive guide explores the Bard's cinematic history, tracing his development as an author and auteur through adaptations from the...

The DVD Revolution and the American Horror Film By Mark Bernard, Edinburgh University Press, 2015 This book explores how the emergence of the DVD market changed cultural and industrial attitudes...

The Last Word: A Critical Examination of the Hollywood Novel and Studio System Justin Gautreau's 2020 study explores how the Hollywood novel emerged as a cultural response to the film industry's...

The Oriental Obscene: Violence and Racial Fantasies in the Vietnam Era By Sylvia Shin Huey Chong This book offers a sophisticated analysis of Americans' reactions to visual representations of the...

Music Rights Unveiled: A Filmmaker's Guide to Music Rights and Licensing explores the complex world of music rights and licensing for filmmakers. This comprehensive guide covers topics such as rights...

Trouble Every Day is a transgressive film that explores the monster within, delving into themes of uncontrollable desire and violence. In this study, Kate Robertson examines the film's visual,...

Samuel Fuller: A Visionary of Exploitation Cinema Samuel Fuller was a true original in the world of cinema. Known for his bold and unapologetic style, he captivated audiences with films that were as...

Frontiers: The Life and Times of Bonnie Bird, American Modern Dancer and Dance Educator by Karen Bell-Kanner explores the daily life of an American modern dancer in the 1930s. Through intimate...

Prestige Television explores how 21st century US programming is produced and received in ways that elevate select series above the competition. Contributing authors examine how these shows are...

Pimps, Wimps, Studs, Thugs and Gentlemen: Essays on Media Images of MasculinityThis collection of essays explores the diverse media images of contemporary masculinity, examining their various...

Reality TV: A Constructed Reality? This collection of essays examines the representation and truth in reality television. While the shows may appear spontaneous, they are carefully crafted to reflect...

Performing Unification History and Nation in German Theater after 1989 by Matt Cornish explores how German-language history plays have represented and misrepresented the past. From the Baroque period...

The Worlds of Farscape: Essays on the Groundbreaking Television Series By Sherry Ginn, Donald E. Palumbo, and C.W. Sullivan III This collection of essays explores the themes and characters that make...

An in-depth analysis of the popular television show Fringe, this companion guide explores the drama's mythology and uncovers its underlying themes. By examining the cultural issues addressed in each...

André Téchiné: A Study in Contemporary French Cinema This monograph is the first full-length study in English of one of France's most important contemporary filmmakers. André Téchiné's sixteen...

European Film Theory by Temenuga Trifonova explores the concept of European film theory and its philosophical origins. This volume examines the historical development of Continental film theory,...

Carry On Understudies: Theatre and Sexual Politics is a seminal work that tackles a complex array of issues surrounding gender and politics with energy, ingenuity, and intellectual rigour.This...

Steven Spielberg's America explores the complex relationship between film and politics through the lens of an iconic filmmaker. This fascinating book examines how Spielberg's early films reflected...

Exploring the diverse film industries of Eastern Europe, this volume in the Directory of World Cinema series delves into the trends and genres of national cinemas from Poland, Hungary, Yugoslavia,...

The American movie industry's remarkable success in the face of intense competition is a fascinating case study. In "Hollywood's Road to Riches", David Waterman provides a comprehensive economic...

The Euro-American Cinema by Peter Lev explores the spread of American culture into international cinema. This study examines the collision and partial merger of two important styles of filmmaking:...

This in-depth analysis explores the cinematic works of Japanese animation director Mamoru Oshii, from his early career to his latest productions. The book examines Oshii's films within the context of...

The Theater of Capital: Modern Drama and Economic Life Alisa Zhulina's study explores how fin-de-siècle playwrights critiqued art and life under capitalism. Emerging in the turbulent rise of market...

Atom Egoyan: Interviews offers an in-depth look at the life and work of four-time Cannes Film Festival winner Atom Egoyan. A pioneer of Canadian cinema, Egoyan began his career as a playwriter before...

A Cinema of Poetry explores the relationship between Italian film and broader aesthetic questions, tracing its roots back to Homer. Joseph Luzzi examines how films contribute to our understanding of...

Tyler Perry: Interviews collects sixteen in-depth conversations with one of Hollywood's most influential figures. From his early days as a struggling playwright to his current status as a multimedia...

Global Convergence Cultures Transmedia Earth explores how different cultures around the world are using transmediality in their cultural, political and heritage projects. This phenomenon is not...

Partners of the Imagination: The Lives, Art and Struggles of John Arden and Margaretta D'Arcy is a landmark study of two radical writers who were partners in writing and cultural and political...

Queer Issues in Contemporary Latin American Cinema by David William Foster explores how filmmakers are addressing issues of gender identity and sexual difference in their work. This study examines...

Paul Bartel: A Life and Films Director Paul Bartel was known for making films that challenged audience expectations with humour. His movies often explored themes of murder, greed, and transgressive...

Migrant Anxieties: Italian Cinema in a Transnational Frame by Áine O'Healy explores how filmmakers in Italy have responded to the country's shift from an emigrant nation to a destination point for...

Fictions of Youth by Simona Bondavalli is a comprehensive study of adolescence as an aesthetic and ideological category in Pier Paolo Pasolini's work. This book explores how Pasolini's...

Muslims in the Movies: A Global Anthology explores how Muslims are portrayed and received in film from around the world. This collection of essays brings together international experts to examine...

Mark Twain Presents The Adventures of Tom Sawyer A Stage Play is an adaptation of Mark Twain's beloved tale, bringing to life the story of Tom Sawyer in a delightful theatrical production.Written by...

Space Sirens, Scientists and Princesses: The Portrayal of Women in Science Fiction Cinema explores the evolving representation of women in science fiction films over 120 years. From their early...

Get started with playwriting in just one hour. This concise guide covers the basics of dialogue, character, and plot, as well as providing tips to overcome writer's block and advice on marketing your...

TV Family Values: A Critical Examination of 1980s Sitcoms and Middle Class Family Structure. The 1980s saw a resurgence in popularity of family sitcoms in US television, with many shows appealing to...

Rithy Panh's unique aesthetic sensibility is revealed in this collection of fourteen essays that explore his filmmaking style and its significance. Born into a tumultuous era, Panh's work reflects...

The Monkees Matter: Teenagers, Television and American Pop Culture The Monkees' hit television show, which aired from 1966 to 1968, was a groundbreaking comedy series that earned two Emmy Awards. Its...

Meisner and Mindfulness: Authentic and Truthful Solutions for the Challenges of Modern Acting is a unique approach to acting that combines the principles of Meisner technique with mindfulness...

Mark Ramsey argues that radio is on the verge of a new era, one of unprecedented excitement and opportunity. In "Making Waves Radio on the Verge", he presents a vision for the future of broadcasting...

Critical Mass: A Study of Social Documentary Filmmaking in France from the Silent Era to the New Wave by Steven Ungar explores the origins and development of socially engaged nonfiction cinema in...

Good Versus Evil in the Films of Christopher LeeThis study explores Sir Christopher Lee's legacy as a film actor and his diverse interpretations of the theme of good vs. evil, examining his most...

The New Zealand Wars have been a defining chapter in the nation's history. In "Filming the Colonial Past: The New Zealand Wars on Screen", Annabel Cooper explores how filmmakers have approached these...

Color television was first demonstrated in 1928, but it remained a novelty for decades due to technical and cultural challenges. It wasn't until the 1960s that all three networks fully adopted color...

A collection of essays exploring Fringe as a postmodern investigation into humanity and technology's impact on our existence. This multifaceted series is reflected in the diverse range of topics...

Joss Whedon's works have long been celebrated for their commitment to gender and sexual equality. This book provides a comprehensive history of the sexualities represented in his films, television...

The Golden Age of British Horror Films, 1956-1976 provides a comprehensive overview of lesser-known horror films from this period. Spanning over two decades, the book covers a wide range of genres...

The Gunslingers of '69: A Year of Masterpieces in Western Cinema In 1969, the Western genre reached new heights at the box office and in Oscar nominations. This year saw the release of some of the...

The Spirit of Powwow offers a unique perspective on this vibrant Native American tradition. Through photographs and personal stories, the authors delve into every aspect of the powwow, from dance...

Frasier: A Cultural History offers an engaging analysis of the long-running television show, exploring its themes, characters, and behind-the-scenes efforts. This volume examines the series as a...