| Title | : | Jacques Copeau |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | Mark Evans |
| Release | : | 2017-12-14 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | Performing Arts, Books, Arts & Entertainment, Theater |
| Size | : | 2043265 |
| 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. |
