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Studying Plays (Studying...Series)

Studying Plays (Studying...Series)

by SimonShepherd (Author), Mick Wallis (Author)

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    Paperback 2010

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    Paperback 2002

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Synopsis

Studying Plays is a comprehensive introduction to understanding plays which examines and explains the key elements of drama such as character, dialogue, plot, action, the body and space, and draws on classic and contemporary plays from King Lear to Shopping and F**king. '...comprehensive, thoughtful and accessibly written.' - Research in Drama Education 'This book is excellent - accessible yet sophisticated. I will recommend it widely for students at all levels.' - Janette Dillon, University of Nottingham

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 240
 Edition: 3rd Revised edition
 Publisher: Hodder Education
Published: 29 Jan 2010
ISBN 10: 0340985143
ISBN 13: 9780340985144
Book Overview: An engaging style, judiciously chosen plays and comprehensive coverage make this book the essential guide to drama for people approaching it for the first time New to this edition is a discussion of 'design-led' text which explains how to read a scripted play while being fully open to the impact of design A new section on 'post-dramatic' text is included to illuminate the best way to approach this difficult area which now forms part of many drama modules New also is an examination of 'in-yer-face' theatre - a re-invention of the writer's theatre which engages with the effects of the 'real' and appeals to young people Exercises throughout the book enable the reader to expand his or her analytical and creative abilities

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...comprehensive, thoughtful and accessibly written. Research in Drama Education This book is excellent - accessible yet sophisticated. I will recommend it widely for students at all levels. Janette Dillon, University of Nottingham
Author Bio
Simon Shepherd is Deputy Principal (Academic) at The Central School of Speech and Drama. Mick Wallis is Professor of Performance and Culture at the University of Leeds.