ISBN10: 052179711X, ISBN13: 9780521797115, [publisher: Cambridge University Press, United Kingdom, Cambridge] Softcover This 2002 Companion is designed for readers interested in past and present productions of Shakespeare's plays, both in and beyond Britain. The first six chapters describe aspects of the British performing tradition in chronological sequence, from the early staging of Shakespeare's own time, through to the present day. Each relates Shakespearean developments to broader cultural concerns and adopts an individual approach and focus, on textual adaptation, acting, stages, scenery or theatre management. These are followed by three explorations of acting: tragic and comic actors and women performers of Shakespeare roles. A section on international performance includes chapters on interculturalism, on touring companies and on political theatre, with separate accounts of the performing traditions of North America, Asia and Africa. Over forty pictures illustrate peformers and productions of Shakespeare from around the world. An amalgamated list of items for further reading completes the book. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
[Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2002]

Paperback / softback. New. This 1992 Companion addresses both British and international performance, on subjects such as British performing tradition, tragic and comic acting, and women performers of Shakespeare. Designed for readers interested in past and present productions of the plays and to accompany courses in the history of Shakespeare in performance. ISBN 052179711x 9780521797115 [GB]