- gives the reader a clear and coherent understanding of the what entertainment is and how it functions in the performing arts
- for a broad range of artists and performers looking to deepen their understanding of how their work impacts audiences
- the only book that tackles entertainment in the context of the performing arts from an artist's perspective
Alice Marshall (Vale), Performer, Choreographer, and Academic of Dance, is known for her diverse work and collaborations. With a keen interest in fusion of art forms, Alice explores this concept with a variety of professionals, students, and advocates of the arts.
1 Introduction
2 What is entertainment? Through the lens of the visual performing arts
3 Why we need entertaining?
4 Entertaining the modern brain
5 Are we always striving to entertain? Process vs. outcome
6 Conclusion