The Roots of Theatre: Rethinking Ritual and Other Theories of Origin

Eli Rozik presents a provocative exploration of theatre's origins, challenging traditional views that link its beginnings to ritual and religion. Instead, he proposes an alternative theory that emphasizes the cultural and psychological conditions essential for the emergence of theatre. Engaging with the ongoing debates in theatre studies, Rozik's work invites readers to reconsider the foundational aspects of this art form, making it a significant contribution to the discourse on its historical development.