Theory/theatre Av Mark (University Of Guelph Canada) Fortier

<I><P>Theory/Theatre</I> is a unique and highly engaging introduction to literary theory as it relates to theatre and performance. It is a brilliantly clear and readable examination of current theoretical approaches, from semiotics and poststructuralism, through cultural materialism, postcolonial studies and feminist theory. </P><P>In this, the third and fully revised edition of this now classic text, Mark Fortier particularly expands and updates the sections on: </P><UL><P><LI>queer theory </LI><P></P><P><LI>postmarxist theory </LI><P></P><P><LI>technology and virtuality </LI><P></P><P><LI>post-colonialism and race </LI><P></P></UL><P></P><P>Also including completely new writing on cognitive science, fast becoming a cornerstone of theatre and performance theory, this revised edition is an indispensable addition to every theatre student''s collection.</P>