Theatre as Human Action: An Introduction to Theatre Arts

Theatre as Human Action is a comprehensive textbook that explores the various aspects of theatre, including plays, drama, criticism, and jobs in theatre. It includes four new plays, a discussion of social media's impact on theatre, diversity and inclusion, and updated playwrights. The fourth edition is enhanced with full-color photographs, discussion questions, and creative projects.

Format: Hardback
Length: 312 pages
Publication date: 15 January 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Theatre as Human Action is a comprehensive textbook that introduces students to the diverse aspects of theatre, particularly for those with limited or no prior theatergoing experience. The book begins by describing seven diverse plays, which are then revisited throughout the text to enhance understanding. It covers both theoretical and practical aspects of theatre, exploring classical definitions and contemporary avant-garde practices. Various types of plays, drama elements, and theatre criticism are explored, along with detailed descriptions of different theatre jobs such as acting, playwriting, directing, designing, producing, choreography, and more. The fourth edition of Theatre as Human Action has been significantly expanded and updated, including the introduction of four new plays: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Fences, Angels in America, and Hadestown, as well as the inclusion of Macbeth, You Can't Take It With You, and Hamilton. The book also discusses the rise of social media in raising awareness and replacing traditional review outlets. Additionally, a new section on diversity and inclusion in theatre has been added, featuring playwrights such as Terrence McNally, Lynn Nottage, Tony Kushner, and Lin-Manuel Miranda to better reflect the diversity of those writing for the theatre today. With full-color photographs, updated discussion questions, new topics for further research, and potential creative projects, the fourth edition of Theatre as Human Action is an invaluable resource for introducing students to the world of theatre.

Weight: 1026g
Dimension: 261 x 211 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538163436
Edition number: Fourth Edition