Davison, Jon
Clown
- ISBN 13:
- 9780230300156
- author:
- Davison, Jon
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Palgrave Macmillan
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 344
- Dimensions:
- 155mm X 235mm
- Genre:
- Performing Arts, Circus
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Clown: A rich collection of readings that explores the history and theory of clown practices, from their origins to contemporary clowning.
This authoritative survey covers clowns in various contexts, including theatre, circus, cinema, TV, street, and beyond. The author's narrative challenges assumptions and turns orthodoxy on its head, offering a stimulating perspective on this multifaceted art form.
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