Puppetry: A Reader in Theatre Practice

Puppetry: A Reader in Theatre Practice
ISBN-10
0230356834
ISBN-13
9780230356832
Category
Performing Arts
Pages
208
Language
English
Published
2020-05-15
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing
Author
Penny Francis

Description

In this sophisticated and compelling introduction to puppet theatre, Penny Francis offers engaging contemporary perspectives on this universal art-form. She provides an account of puppetry's different facets, from its demands and techniques, through its uses and abuses, to its history and philosophy. Now recognized as a valuable and powerful medium used in the making of most forms of theatre and filmed work, those referring to Puppetry will discover something of the roots, dramaturgy, literature and techniques of this visual art form. The book gathers together material from an international selection of sources, bringing puppet theatre to life for the student, practitioner and amateur alike.

Other editions

Similar books