Theatrical characters’ dual existence on stage and in text presents a unique, challenging case for the analytical philosopher. Analytic Philosophy and the World of the Play re-examines the ontological status of theatre and its fictional objects through the "possible worlds" thesis, arguing that theatre is not a mirror of our world, but a re-creation of it. Taking a fresh look at theatre’s key elements, including the hotly contested relationships between character and actor; onstage and offstage "worlds"; and the play-text and performance, Michael Y. Bennett presents a radical new way of understanding the world of the play.
| ISBN: | 9781138239920 |
| Publication date: | 9th June 2017 |
| Author: | Michael Y. Bennett, Marvin Carlson, James R. Hamilton |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 172 pages |
| Series: | Routledge Advances in Theatre & Performance Studies |
| Genres: |
The arts: general issues Philosophy: aesthetics Theatre studies Performance art |