Living Greek Theatre: A Handbook of Classical Performance and Modern Production

by J. Michael Walton

While there is clearly no dearth of material on Greek theatre, until now no systematic effort has been made to integrate the Classical tradition with our modern perceptions and adaptations of it. Professor Walton's unique guide to Greek drama takes on this task, bringing together a wealth of information on Athenian tragedy and comedy as performed and appreciated in its own time and as embodied on the modern stage. The introductory section highlights...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313245975
• ISBN13: 9780313245978
• Release Date: November 1987
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 445 Pages
• Weight: 3.10 lbs.