Performance art books

Originally published in 1969, this was the first book of its kind: an attempt to describe the different approaches...  Read More >>

This accessible introduction challenges fixed understandings of the geographical or conceptual ‘origins’ of feminist...  Read More >>

This accessible introduction challenges fixed understandings of the geographical or conceptual ‘origins’ of feminist...  Read More >>

This accessible book outlines the key ideas that define the global phenomenon of applied theatre, examining not...  Read More >>

Voice and Identity draws from the knowledge and expertise of leading figures to explore the evolving nature of voice...  Read More >>

In September 2021, playwright/performersEisa Davis and Jillian Walker met to discuss Walker's performance ritual,SKiNFoLK:An...  Read More >>

This accessible book outlines the key ideas that define the global phenomenon of applied theatre, examining not...  Read More >>

This book focuses on works with children who occupy various roles in performance practice that have been shown in...  Read More >>

Teaching Dance Improvisation serves as an introduction to, and a springboard for the author’s theories, practices,...  Read More >>

A collection of fascinating and provocative quotations from the world-renowned performance artist Marina Abramovi...  Read More >>

Teaching Dance Improvisation serves as an introduction to, and a springboard for the author’s theories, practices,...  Read More >>

How do archives perform? What might it mean for art institutions to take seriously the embodied and communal nature...  Read More >>

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First Published in 2013. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.  Read More >>

American adaptations of Aristophanes’ enduring comedy Lysistrata have used laughter to critique sex, war, and feminism...  Read More >>

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This volume focuses on the highly debated topic of theatrical translation, one brought on by a renewed interest...  Read More >>

This book discusses the centrality of identity politics to theatre and performance studies. The essays pose questions...  Read More >>

This book provides a pioneering and provocative exploration of the rich synergies between adaptation studies and...  Read More >>

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Centres on an artistic material encounter with costumes from the archive of iconic British choreographer Lea Anderson....  Read More >>

This collection provides a comprehensive overview of the Oberammergau Passion play and its history from the 19th...  Read More >>

This book identifies and examines three years of Beyoncé’s career as a pop mega star using critical race, feminist,...  Read More >>

The Companion provides an accessible, informative and engaging introduction to important people and companies, events,...  Read More >>