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Theatre Performance and Technology: The Development of Scenography in the Twentieth Century (Theatre & Performance Practices)

Theatre Performance and Technology: The Development of Scenography in the Twentieth Century (Theatre & Performance Practices)

by Christopher Baugh (Author)

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    Paperback 2005

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Synopsis

Technology has always been an important part of theatre, both as a means to an end and as end in itself. Throughout the 20th century a unifying attitude in all art forms is the desire to examine the materials and the tools of making art. In the theatre this approach significantly expands the relationships between technology, scenography and performance. This book explores ways in which development and change in technology have been reflected in scenography, and considers how change in scenographic identity has impacted upon the place and meaning of performance.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 272
 Edition: illustrated edition
 Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Published: 19 Sep 2005
ISBN 10: 1403916977
ISBN 13: 9781403916976
Book Overview: CHRISTOPHER BAUGH is Professor of Drama at the University of Kent at Canterbury, UK. He researches and teaches the history, theory and practice of scenography and is himself a professional stage designer. He is Chair of the Society for Theatre Research's Research Committee, was on the planning committee for The Globe Theatre, Bankside, and is editor of the journal Scenography International (with Christine White).

Media Reviews
'An extremely valuable work, which combines detailed analysis with a helpful contextual overview.' - Professor Dominic Shellard, University of Sheffield, UK 'There simply are no competing texts: Chris Baugh's unique arrangement of scenographic buttons is immediately a key work in the field - invaluable and long overdue.' - Richard Downing, University of Wales, Aberystwyth 'Baugh provides eloquent examples of the ways in which scientific discoveries and theatrical innovations interrelate...Throughout, Baugh exhibits extensive knowledge and investment in his subject matter, providing plentiful examples and historical contextualization.' Alicia Tycer - Theatre Notebook
Author Bio
Christopher Baugh is Professor of Drama at the University of Kent at Canterbury.