About the book
In performances by Euro-Americans, Afro-Americans, Native Americans, and Asians, Richard Schechner has examined carefully the details of performative behavior and has developed models of the performance process useful not only to persons in the arts but to anthropologists, play theorists, and others fascinated (but perhaps terrified) by the multichannel realities of the postmodern world.
Schechner argues that in failing to see the structure of the whole theatrical process, anthropologists in particular have neglected close analogies between performance behavior and ritual. The way performances are created—in training, workshops, and rehearsals—is the key paradigm for social process.
Editions of Between Theater and Anthropology
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780812212259
- EBook
- ISBN 9780812200928
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In performances by Euro-Americans, Afro-Americans, Native Americans, and Asians, Richard Schechner has examined carefully the details of performative behavior and has developed models of the performance process useful not only to persons in the arts but to anthropologists, play theorists, and others fascinated (but perhaps terrified) by the multichannel realities of the postmodern world.
Schechner argues that in failing to see the structure of the whole theatrical process, anthropologists in particular have neglected close analogies between performance behavior and ritual. The way performances are created—in training, workshops, and rehearsals—is the key paradigm for social process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Between Theater and Anthropology about?
In performances by Euro-Americans, Afro-Americans, Native Americans, and Asians, Richard Schechner has examined carefully the details of performative behavior and has developed models of the performance process useful not only to persons in the arts but to anthropologists, play theorists, and others fascinated (but perhaps terrified) by the multichannel realities of the postmodern world.
Schechner argues that in failing to see the structure of the whole theatrical process, anthropologists in particular have neglected close analogies between performance behavior and ritual. The way performances are created—in training, workshops, and rehearsals—is the key paradigm for social process.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Between Theater and Anthropology?
The Arts > Performing arts > Theatre studies
Where can I read a sample of Between Theater and Anthropology?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780812212259
How long is Between Theater and Anthropology and how many pages does it have?
Between Theater and Anthropology has 360 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Between Theater and Anthropology?
Richard Schechner, Victor Turner
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Between Theater and Anthropology is available as paperback(ISBN 9780812212259) and ebook(ISBN 9780812200928)
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