From before history was recorded to the present day theatre has been a major artistic form around the world From puppetry to mimes & street theatre this complex art has utilized all other art forms such as dance literature music painting sculpture & architecture Every aspect of human activity & human culture can be & has been incorporated into the creation of theatre In this Very Short Introduction Marvin Carlson takes us through Ancient Greece & Rome to Medieval Japan & Europe to America & beyond & looks at how the various forms of theatre have been interpreted & enjoyed Exploring the role that theatre artists play
- from the actor & director to the designer & puppet-master as well as the audience
- this is an engaging exploration of what theatre has meant & still means to people of all ages at all times ABOUT THE SERIES The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas & enthusiasm to make interesting & challenging topics highly readable