A Formalist Theatre

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Illustrated
1987
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Michael Kirby presents a penetrating look a theater theory and analysis. His approach is analytically comprehensive and flexible, and nonevaluative. Case studies demonstrate this unique approach and record performances that otherwise would be lost.

Synopsis

Michael Kirby presents a penetrating look a theater theory and analysis. His approach is analytically comprehensive and flexible, and nonevaluative. Case studies demonstrate this unique approach and record performances that otherwise would be lost.

$30.41

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20+ in stock

More Information

Format: Illustrated
Pages: 178
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press, Inc.
Published: 19 Dec 1987
ISBN 10: 9780812213
ISBN 13: 9780812213348

Media Reviews

This book is theoretical, analytical, argumentative, cagey, forthcoming, opinionated, aggravating, stimulating, and provocative. . . . . Should be read by critics of every persuasion and by teachers and artists in all the performing arts. -Choice

Author Bio

Michael Kirby (1931-1997) was Professor of Drama at New York University. He wrote several groundbreaking books and was editor of The Drama Review from 1969 to 1986.