Using a series of case studies, this text explores ways of looking at dance as a social and artistic (bodily) practice, as a means of generating insights into the politics of identity and difference as they are situated and traced through representations of the body and bodily practices.

HOLD MY CHIPS, THE WOMEN ARE REVOLTING! A darkly funny guide to life as a woman from Britain's favourite comedian.

This selection of Bertolt Brecht's critical writing charts the development of his thinking on theatre and aesthetics over four decade

British Dance, Black Routes is an outstanding collection of writings that re-reads the achievements of Black British dance artists, and places them within a broad historical, cultural and artistic context.

British theatre from the first half of the twentieth century is undergoing a critical reevaluation, with many high-profile theatre revivals of plays from the period in recent years. This book explains why by an examination of the variety of work from this period and how it shaped what followed.

Award-winning actress Dame Harriet Walter reflects on performing Shakespeare's most famous roles - both male and female. An exploration of the Shakespearean canon through the eyes of a self-identified 'feminist actor' - but, above all, a remarkable account of an acting career unconstrained by tradition or expectations.

Stanislavski's 'system' or interpretations of it - has become the central force determining almost every performance we see on stage or screen. His classic texts An Actor Prepares, Building a Character and Creating a Role have stood the test of time as inspirational guides for actors all over the world.

Updated edition of The Cambridge Companion to Brecht, introducing new voices and themes.

Comprehensive alphabetical guide to theatre in Africa and the Caribbean: national essays and entries on countries and performers.

A stimulating introduction to the drama of the early modern era, through a focus on commercial playhouses and their repertoires.

An invaluable introduction for students to the purpose and scope of scenography, its theories and concepts, pioneers and future potential.

This volume introduces the key elements and approaches in the study of theatre and performance, covering drama, music theatre and dance.

Jo Brand continues her extraordinary story in the second volume of her autobiography

Careers in Dance explores the expanding opportunities in dance in various settings and with a variety of focuses, including performance, choreography, and competition. It helps dancers pinpoint their passions and strengths and equips them to forge fulfilling careers in dance.

From bestselling author David Sedaris, the second volume of diaries - the source of his remarkable autobiographical stories.

This book provides a study of the enduring and influential Jacobean children's company, the Children of the Queen's Revels.

This comprehensive guide to clown training invites you into the clown workshop and leads you through a complete clown syllabus - from the first steps in playfulness to the work of devising and creating performable numbers and shows.