Marshall, Alice
Entertainment in the Performing Arts
- ISBN 13:
- 9780367322533
- author:
- Marshall, Alice
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 178
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 centimetres (0.34 kg
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Entertainment in the Performing Arts explores what entertainment truly means through a range of perspectives and expert opinions. Alice Marshall delves into the world of performing arts to help readers form their own understanding of this complex concept. The book examines how our need for entertainment has evolved, including the impact of technology on the industry. It also discusses why audience gratification is not always key in entertainment and aims to decipher the specific meaning of the word 'entertainment'. Guided tasks are included throughout the chapters to facilitate full immersion in the topics discussed. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in performing arts, including students and artists looking to develop their understanding of their practice.