Theatre as Sign System: A Semiotics of Text and PerformanceThis invaluable student handbook is the first detailed guide to explain in detail the relationship between the drama text and the theory and practice of drama in performance. Beginning at the beginning, with accessible explanations of the meanings and methods of semiotics, Theatre as Sign System addresses key drama texts and offers new and detailed information about the theories of performance. |
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Contents
DRAMATIC SHAPE 15 | 15 |
CHARACTER | 34 |
FIGURES | 37 |
DIALOGUE | 51 |
SEMIOTICS OF PERFORMANCE | 99 |
STAGE DIRECTIONS II | 123 |
READING THE IMAGE | 141 |
TEXT IN PERFORMANCE | 162 |
THE WAY FORWARD? | 178 |
Other editions - View all
Theatre as Sign System: A Semiotics of Text and Performance Elaine Aston,George Savona Limited preview - 2013 |
Theatre as Sign System: A Semiotics of Text and Performance Elaine Aston,George Savona Limited preview - 2013 |
Theatre As Sign System: A Semiotics of Text and Performance Elaine Aston,George Savona No preview available - 2015 |
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