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Devising Theatre: A Practical and Theoretical Handbook by Routledge offers a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in the art of devised performance. This book serves as a foundational resource, providing the first general theory of devised theatre while exploring its unique characteristics. Readers will gain insight into how professional practitioners perceive this art form and follow an historical overview of its evolution from the 1960s to the present day. Alison Oddey examines the specific working practices and products of various companies, making this an essential text for students and artists alike. Whether you are looking for a critical analysis of contemporary practices or practical suggestions for starting a theatre group from scratch, this handbook covers both the theory and the application. It is designed to support groups in navigating the creative process of building theatre through collaboration and original development.

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Provides a general theory of devised theatre to help understand its unique nature and performance style.

Offers practical suggestions for any group looking to begin devising theatre from scratch.

Includes a historical overview that tracks the evolution of devised performance since the 1960s.

Features critical analysis of contemporary practices and descriptions of selected theatre companies.

Examines the working practices and products of various professional practitioners in the field.

Combines theoretical frameworks with practical handbook elements for a complete learning experience.

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Release Date
10 October 1996
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08 January 2007

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