Theatre History Studies 2015, Vol. 34: Volume 34

by Judith Sebesta

Volume 34 of Theatre History Studies revisits the foundations of theatre, explores the boundaries and definitions of theatre, and illuminates how writing about the history of theatre is itself a form of historiography.

The five essays are arranged chronologically, starting with Alan Sikes's discussion of the Abydos Passion Play. Sikes challenges the long-held interpretation of that ritualized annual reenactment of the death, dismemberment,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0817371095
• ISBN13: 9780817371098
• Release Date: December 2015
• Publisher: University Alabama Press
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"