Theatre as Sign System

A Semiotics of Text and Performance

Elaine Aston, George Savona

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Routledge
10 September 2015

Performance art; Theatre Studies

This 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.

By: Elaine Aston, George Savona
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm,
Weight: 317g
ISBN: 9781138128712
ISBN 10: 1138128716
Pages: 218
Publication Date: 10 September 2015
Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Primary , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Elaine Aston, George Savona

Reviews for Theatre as Sign System: A Semiotics of Text and Performance

This is a book aimed at students yet to be introduced into the field, rather than at those who have already had some exposure to semiotics and theatre. As such, it provides an easy entrance through its clarity and succinctness. - Theatre Survey