Editor), Richard Gough (General
Performance Research: On Ritual
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415182034
- author:
- Editor), Richard Gough (General
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1999
- Pages:
- 148
- Dimensions:
- 27.6 x 20.8 x 1.6 cm
- Genre:
- American
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Performance Research: On Ritual explores the connections between ritual and theatre, examining both historical and contemporary practices. This book delves into the role of ritual in late 20th-century theatre, presenting the work of artists who push the boundaries of performance. By investigating the intersections between ritual and theatre, Performance Research sheds light on the meaning and purpose of ritual in theatrical contexts. The book offers a nuanced understanding of this complex relationship, revealing new insights into the world of contemporary performance art. Through its systematic exploration of ritual practices bordering on or intended to be seen as theatre, Performance Research: On Ritual provides a valuable resource for scholars and practitioners alike.