Western Drama · Theatre History (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Li Daoceng
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Publish Date: 2003-08-28
Features: This book originated as lecture notes on the history of Western theater, but it is not limited to describing the architectural features of theaters in different eras. Instead, it first introduces the general overview of theatrical art in each era and its position and general conditions in contemporary social life. It attempts to combine the characteristics of theater and drama to introduce them, allowing readers to imagine the performance scenes and social atmosphere of that time. Over the past 40 years, the author has reviewed a vast amount of literature and research on Western theater and theaters, conducted exchanges and field investigations on theater architecture in Western countries, and accumulated substantial materials. The book introduces the origins and development of Western theater and theaters, as well as the playwrights, performing artists, musicians, stage designers, theater function experts, architects, and managers who have contributed to the development of theater and theater throughout history, along with their historical achievements and works from ancient times to the present.