Routledge Rethinking Religion in the Theatre of Grotowski - Routledge

Explore the connection between faith and performance in this academic study from Routledge. Rethinking Religion in the Theatre of Grotowski opens a new interdisciplinary frontier between religion and theatre studies. This text examines the spiritual nature of the work of Polish theatre director Jerzy Grotowski to provide a deeper understanding of his artistic output. By addressing gaps in both theatre and religious studies, the book offers a fresh perspective through an embodied and materialist approach. It draws on the work of Michel Foucault and religious studies scholar Manuel Vasquez to analyze how religion and theatre interact. This book is a valuable resource for students and scholars looking to understand the intersection of these two fields through the lens of one of the most influential directors in modern theatre history.