World Theatre The Basics

<P><EM>World Theatre: The Basics</EM> presents a well-rounded introduction to non-Western theatre, exploring the history and current practice of theatrical traditions in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Oceania, the Caribbean, and the non-English-speaking cultures of the Americas. Featuring a selection of case studies and examples from each region, it helps the reader to understand the key issues surrounding world theatre scholarship and global, postcolonial, and transnational performance practices. </P><P>An essential read for anyone seeking to learn more about world theatre, <EM>World Theatre: The Basics</EM> provides a clear, accessible roadmap for approaching non-Western theatre. </P>