The Director and Directing - Craft, Process and Aesthetic in Contemporary Theatre (Paperback, 1st ed. 2019)

This book critically assesses the artistry of contemporary directors. Its discussion includes the work of Declan Donnellan, Thomas Ostermeier, Deborah Warner, Simon Stone and Krzysztof Warlikowski. Alongside the work of wider theorists (Patrice Pavis and Erika Fischer-Lichte), it uses neuroaesthetic theory (Semir Zeki) and cognitive and creative process models to offer an original means to discuss the performance event, emotion, brain structures and concepts, and the actor's body in performance. It offers first-hand observation of rehearsals led by Katie Mitchell, Ivo van Hove, Carrie Cracknell and the Steppenwolf Theatre. It also explores devising in relation to the work of Simon McBurney and contemporary groups, and scenography in relation to the work of Dmitry Krymov, Robert Wilson and Robert Lepage. The Director and Directing argues that the director creates a type of knowledge, 'reward' and 'resonant experience' (G. Gabrielle Starr) through instinctive and expert choices.

General

Imprint:	Palgrave Macmillan
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	September 2019
First published:	2019
Authors:	Adam J. Ledger
Dimensions:	210 x 148 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	275
Edition:	1st ed. 2019
ISBN-13:	978-1-349-68105-1
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Performing arts > Theatre, drama > General Promotions
LSN:	1-349-68105-9
Barcode:	9781349681051

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