The History of Theatre

Name: The History of Theatre
Brand: Naxos
Availability: InStock
Author: David Timson
ISBN: 9789629547219

Author: David Timson

Narrator: Derek Jacobi, and cast

Unabridged: 5 hr 10 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Naxos

Published: 08/01/2005

Categories: Nonfiction, Literary Criticism

Synopsis

This bold undertaking covers Western theatre from ancient Greece to the present day. It traces the development of dramatic art through the miracle plays, the great Shakespearean period, Moliere and Racine in France, Goethe in Germany, through the nineteenth century and the main movements in the twentieth century. It is illustrated by numerous examples of differing styles, with some historical recordings as well and excerpts from nearly fifty plays – a fascinating journey. It is written by David Timson, the British actor and director who features extensively on Naxos AudioBooks in both roles.

About David Timson

David Timson is an actor, known for Poirot, The Russia House, and Rosie Dixon-Night Nurse.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Ivy-Mabel

I found this summary of the development of theatre exceptionally good - one of its absolute highlights is that it includes works from outside the anglo-saxon realm. A brilliant starting point for anyone interested in getting a general overview of drama.......more

Goodreads review by Steve

This was solid and educational overview of the history of European and American theater. I don't doubt there was much it missed given its brevity, but it was still very good. The audiobook is narrated by the famed Shakespearean actor, Derek Jacobi, with small excerpts from scenes of various works per......more

Goodreads review by Timothy D McKennie

A nice concise outline of theatre history Would recommend to beginning theatre students and those who are interested in a simplified overview of theatre history, and some of the major works and playwrights in western civilization.......more