New Dramaturgy : International Perspectives on Theory and Practice

Katalin Trencsényi
New Dramaturgy : International Perspectives on Theory and Practice
New Dramaturgy : International Perspectives on Theory and Practice
ISBN: 9781408177082
Publication Date: 10 April 2014


The role of the dramaturg has become of increasing importance within live art, devised and physical theatre, experimental performance and dance contexts in recent years. This edited collection is the first book to comprehensively explore the role of the dramaturg within these contexts and consider how the role has transformed in recent times. With essays, case studies and interviews drawn from practitioners and scholars from across Europe, as well as from the USA, Canada, Brazil, Australia, New Zealand and Korea, New Dramaturgy: International Perspectives on Theory and Practice offers a uniquely global perspective on some of the emerging dramaturgical practices. As a guide to current and emerging dramturgical practices in a broad variety of contexts from across the international spectrum, New Dramaturgy: International Perspectives on Theory and Practice is an unrivalled resource for practitioners, scholars and students.