How to Read a Play

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Focusing on the essential skills for directors and dramaturgs, the book provides a comprehensive guide to analyzing performance texts. It begins with a historical overview of play analysis from Aristotle to modern times, followed by an exploration of contemporary Western theatre practices through research and interviews, categorized by directors' tasks. The final section includes practical exercises aimed at helping readers apply these insights to their own text analysis, ultimately empowering them to develop their unique analytical approach.