The Basics- Theatre Studies

Theatre Studies: The Basics, now in its 3rd edition provides a comprehensive yet accessible exploration of both practical theatre-making and critical performance theories, now expanded with contemporary digital and sociocultural perspectives. Now in a third edition, Theatre Studies: The Basics is an incisive guide to contemporary theatre studies. The practical and theoretical dimensions of theatre – from acting to audience – are woven together throughout to provide an integrated introduction to the study of drama, theatre and performance. Topics covered include: dramatic genres, from tragedy to political documentary theories of performance the history of the theatre in the West developments in digital theatre how to analyse a performance acting, directing and scenography With a glossary, chapter summaries and suggestions for further reading throughout, Theatre Studies: The Basics remains the ideal starting point for anyone new to the subject.