Description
Vsevolod Meyerhold considers the life and work of the extraordinary twentieth-century director and theatre-maker. This compact, well-illustrated volume includes:
- a biographical introduction to Meyerhold's life
- a clear explanation of his theoretical writings
- an analysis of his masterpiece production Revisor, or The Government Inspector
- a comprehensive and usable description of the 'biomechanical' exercises he developed for training the actor.
As a first step towards critical understanding, and as an initial exploration before going on to further, primary research, Routledge Performance Practitioners offer unbeatable value for today's student.
Author: Jonathan Pitches
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 02/12/2018
Pages: 164
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.38d
ISBN13: 9780815378334
ISBN10: 0815378335
BISAC Categories:
- Performing Arts | Theater | History & Criticism
- Performing Arts | Theater | Direction & Production
- Biography & Autobiography | General
About the Author
Jonathan Pitches is Professor of Theatre and Performance at the University of Leeds in the School of Performance and Cultural Industries. He is founding co-editor of the journal Theatre, Dance and Performance Training.
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