Theatre Studies books

Born into the theatre, John Philip Kemble (1757–1823) was known for his mastery of tragic Shakespearian roles, notably...  Read More >>

Where Were You Last Night? Theatre Play Two Acts Michael is being abducted by aliens...or so he says. No-one believes...  Read More >>

This edited collection brings together a team of internationally prominent academics and delivers cutting-edge discourse...  Read More >>

What should an actor be thinking onstage? This overlooked, important question is the crux of this new book that...  Read More >>

Stunningly powerful and gritty, Fog is a critically acclaimed play that offers a vivid look at people leaving care,...  Read More >>

This study examines the representation of gesture in modernist writing, performance and cinema.  Read More >>

What should an actor be thinking onstage? This overlooked, important question is the crux of this new book that...  Read More >>

Troilus and Cressida is a tragedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written in 1602. The play (also...  Read More >>

New Kittredge Shakespeare editions combine performance issues in feature films with the clarity of Kittredge's notes...  Read More >>

This is the amazing story of a true showbiz star.  Read More >>

Programme Notes is a collection of commissioned essays, case studies and interviews reflecting the exciting and...  Read More >>

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This book is an insight into Ireland’s only arthouse theatre from the people who were there. Through interviews,...  Read More >>

A schizophrenic science fiction writer receives first contact from some (possibly nonexistent) aliens, who offer...  Read More >>

Not since the construction of the Columbus courthouse had one man and his vision received as much publicity from...  Read More >>

This book brings together critical essays on the role of the actor-author, spanning the period from the Renaissance...  Read More >>

In 2013, Great Britain's National Theatre is 50 years old. Published in collaboration, this book is the only authorised...  Read More >>

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The first book to attempt to define and analyse the nature of ensemble theatre with case studies and contributions...  Read More >>

The Theatre of David Greig provides a definitive account of the career to date of this important dramatist. It combines...  Read More >>

This book asks what is the quality of participation in contemporary art and performance? Has it been damaged by...  Read More >>

A dynamic re-imagining of Ibsen's classic play A Doll's House by Anya Reiss  Read More >>

20 years after Paris Is Burning, a rare look at Ballroom culture—from the inside  Read More >>