This book examines Jacques Copeau, a leading figure in the development of twentieth-century theatre practice, a pioneer in actor-training, physical theatre and ensemble acting, and a key innovator in the movement to de-centralize theatre and culture to the regions.Noe reissued, Jacques Copeau combines: an overview of Copeau's life and work an analysis of his key ideas a detailed commentary of his 1917 production of Moliere's late farce Les Fourberies de Scapin - the opening performance of his influential New York season a series of practical exercises offering an introduction to Copeau's working methods. As a first step towards critical understanding, and as an initial exploration before going on to further, primary research, Routledge Performance Practitioners are unbeatable value for today's student.
ISBN: | 9781138571723 |
Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
Imprint: | Routledge |
Published date: | 04 Dec 2017 |
DEWEY: | 792.023092 |
DEWEY edition: | 23 |
Language: | English |
Number of pages: | 174 . |
Weight: | 208g |
Height: | 132mm |
Width: | 200mm |
Spine width: | 11mm |