This book introduces the elements of drama and the principles behind the reading and study of plays - classical and modern. It makes a special point of seeing drama as intended for acting and performance, and it therefore emphasizes the role of the spectator at a play and the sort of theatre for which drama was written. The performance approach to the study of plays finally clarifies the different kinds of drama (comedy, tragedy, melodrama, and farce) and identifies its forms (realism, stylization, and symbolism).
The book draws on specific examples of drama, is rich in helpful charts and diagrams, and contains a comprehensive glossary. Drama will be a useful guide for students and general playgoers alike.
| ISBN: | 9780820444895 |
| Publication date: | 19th November 2004 |
| Author: | J L Styan |
| Publisher: | Peter Lang an imprint of Lang, Peter, Publishing Inc. |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 140 pages |
| Genres: |
Theatre studies Acting techniques Theatre: technical and background skills |
This book introduces the elements of drama and the principles behind the reading and study of plays - classical and modern. It makes a special point of seeing drama as intended for acting and performance, and it therefore emphasizes the role of the spectator at a play and the sort of theatre for which drama was written.
Drama features in the following genres: Theatre studies, Acting techniques, Theatre: technical and background skills
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Drama was written by J L Styan and published by Peter Lang an imprint of Lang, Peter, Publishing Inc.
Drama has 140 pages