The Routledge Companion to Musical Theatre
The Routledge Companion to Musical Theatre
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The Routledge Companion to Musical Theatre is a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of musical theatre studies, highlighting developing global trends in practice and scholarship. It explores the who, what, when, where, why, and how of transnational musical theatre, including its engagement with technology and international commercial marketplaces. The book brings together practice and scholarship, featuring essays by leading and emerging scholars alongside luminaries such as San Bao, André De Shields, and Diane Paulus.
Format: Hardback
Length: 602 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
The Routledge Companion to Musical Theatre is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the world of musical theatre, encompassing thirty-five chapters written by over fifty dance, music, and theatre scholars and practitioners from around the globe. With a global perspective, the book explores the fundamentals of musical theatre studies and highlights emerging trends in practice and scholarship. It delves into the intricate details of transnational musical theatre, examining the who, what, when, where, why, and how of this vibrant art form.
As a comprehensive resource for students and scholars of theatre and performance, the Companion provides in-depth insights into the components of musical theatre, its history, practitioners, audiences, and agendas. It expands the study of musical theatre beyond its traditional boundaries, exploring the ways in which musicals are practiced and experienced, their engagement with technology, and their navigation of international commercial marketplaces.
One of the key features of the Companion is its inclusion of global musical theatre in each chapter, reflecting the musicals' status as the world's most popular theatrical form. This approach ensures that the book offers a comprehensive and up-to-date account of the global landscape of musical theatre, covering a wide range of countries, cultures, and artistic traditions.
The book brings together a diverse range of essays, written by leading and emerging scholars alongside renowned luminaries in the field. Contributors include Chinese musical theatre composer San Bao, Tony Award-winning star André De Shields, and Tony Award-winning director Diane Paulus, among others. Their insights and perspectives provide valuable perspectives on the evolution of musical theatre and its impact on society.
The Routledge Companion to Musical Theatre is an essential resource for students on theatre and performance courses, as well as for researchers and practitioners in these areas of study. It offers a wealth of information, analysis, and critical perspectives, helping to deepen our understanding and appreciation of this dynamic and ever-evolving art form.
Weight: 1320g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367202095
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