Shakespeare and the Authority of Performance

Shakespeare and the Authority of Performance

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How the idea of Shakespearean authority is still invested in the activities of directing, acting, and scholarship.

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Shakespeare and the Authority of Performance by William B Worthen

How the idea of Shakespearean authority is still invested in the activities of directing, acting, and scholarship.
'… a unique exploration in the field of performance criticism of Shakespeare and is recommended for anyone interested in performance studies' Scenaria
'A provocative and provoking book.' Studies in Theatre Production
'Shakespeare and the Authority of Performance is a superb entry in the growing bibliography of important performance studies; it is even more valuable for the conversations it will enable across different scholarly and theatrical communities …'. Shakespeare Quarterly 50
'This is an eloquent, rewarding book, a stunning contribution to theatre and performance studies.' Barbara Hodgdon, Theatre Journal
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ISBN 13 9780521558990
ISBN 10 0521558999
Title Shakespeare and the Authority of Performance
Author William B Worthen
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Year published 1997-09-25
Number of pages 268
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.