If you're into theatre, this book is a true gem. It doesn’t simply give you a history lesson; it immerses you into the present and evolving scene across Europe, tapping into the minds of cutting-edge theatre makers. The case studies cover a rich mosaic of styles, opening up a dialogue about the theatre's role today. Whether you're a student, academic or just a theatre aficionado, it's like having backstage access to the continent's most thrilling performances.

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Through specific examples, case studies and essays by specialist writers, academics, and a new generation of theatre researchers, this collection of specially commissioned essays looks at current theatre practices across Europe. From Théatre du Soleil to Socìetas Raffaello Sanzio , the authors reconsider the possibilities of theatre practice, its relation to history and location and its place in Europe at the turn of the twenty-first century. Contemporary Theatres in Europe examines a wide range of topics Tailor-made for students, offering clear examples of different ways of thinking and writing about performance, this is a richly detailed introduction which brings key themes to life for all students of European theatre.

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