The Performance Arts in Africa is the first anthology of key writings on African performance from many parts of the continent. As well as play texts, off-the cuff comedy routines and masquerades, this exciting collection encompasses community-based drama, tourist presentations, television soap operas, puppet theatres, dance, song, and ceremonial ritualised performances. Themes discussed are: theory performers and performing voice, language and words spectators, Space and Time. The book also includes an introduction which examines some of the crucial debates, past and present, surrounding African performance. The Performance Arts of Africa is an essential introduction for those new to the field and is an invaluable reference source for those already familiar with African performance. Contributors: Oga S. Abah, Mary Jo Arnoldi, Rene A. Bravmann, Eckhard Breitinger, Herbert M. Cole, E. J. Collins, Stewart Crehan, M.J.C Echeruo, Ossie Enekwe, Peggy Harper, Andrew Horn, Robin Horton,
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN-13
9780415261982
eBay Product ID (ePID)
95759558
Product Key Features
Book Title
The Performance Arts in Africa: a Reader
Author
Frances Harding
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Publication Year
2002
Number of Pages
384 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
234mm
Item Width
156mm
Item Weight
567g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Frances Harding
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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