Description: This in-depth introduction to theatre arts concentrates on all major aspects of theatre, including acting, directing, playwriting and design. An entertaining writing style by authors who axe actively involved in theatre and current examples and testimonials by a variety of well-known artists capture students' imaginations and help bring theatre into their frame of reference. The text stresses the process of imagining by examining the choices theatre artists make and drawing comparisons between successful and unsuccessful choices with an understanding of both the positive results and potential risks of imaginative choices. The new edition includes sections on the most current issues facing theatre artists today such as the legal and economic impact of intellectual property, global marketing, diversity, and world-wide antitheatrical prejudice. The incorporation of the latest research on art and creativity, including brain structure and talent, brain activity and imagination, and creativity and artificial intelligence introduces students to thought-provoking scientific studies. Discussions of new technology in theatre arts including digital art, virtuality, synthespians, virtual scenery, sound design, and artificial intelligence confront students with the impact of digital technology on the delivery and practice of theatre arts. Coverage of theatre in African, Islamic, and Asian societies, new material on multicultural acting styles, and the discussion of global theatre markets acquaint students with the expanding global village perspective. In response to reviewer requests a new section on musical theatre has been added, the section on genres has been expanded to include more comedyexamples and Chapter 12, The Run of the Show has been streamlined. To keep the text completely current there are references to 52 new artists and commentators, 47 new plays, and 16 new films and television shows. Five new photo essays, including Angels in America and Black Elk Speaks, and 80 new photos are included. Theatregoer's Guide in the appendix provides information on going to the theatre, finding out what is playing, making reservations, and getting tickets in today's ondine society. A comprehensive Instructor's Manual includes chapter summaries, key ideas and terms, key names and plays, class activities, references, test questions, boilerplate handouts, and the detailed budget of a major Broadway production.

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