Theatre

by Robert Cohen

This lively introduction to theatre offers equal measures of appreciation of theatrical arts, history of performance, and descriptions of the collaborative theatrical crafts. The author’s enthusiasm for and knowledge of the current theatre, highlighted by contemporary production shots from around the world, put the students in the front row. The text includes extensive excerpts from seven Prometheus Bound, Oedipus Tyrannos, The York Cycle, Romeo and Juliet, The Bourgeois Gentleman, The Three Sisters , and Happy Days .

Genres: Nonfiction, Textbooks

542 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1981

About the author

Robert Cohen was an American university professor, theatre director, playwright, and drama critic.

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 2 out of 5]

Had to read for a class. Would seem Capt. Obvious was the actual writer.

[Deborah · Rating 5 out of 5]

WYSIWYG. From Greek to Modern/Post-Modern, this book contains detailed descriptions of the history and practitioners of the art of Theatre. Many sketches, illustrations and photographs illuminate the text, along with interesting sidebar articles as well as script excerpts from pertinent works.

[Anika]

Robert Cohen is clearly passionate about theater and its potential.