Introduction to Puppetry Arts - 9781138336735

Taylor & Francis

Introduction to Puppetry ArtsAuthor(s): Cheralyn Lambeth\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138336735, 978-1138336735\nSynopsis\nIntroduction to Puppetry Arts shares the history, cultures, and traditions surrounding the ancient performance art of puppetry, along with an overview of puppet construction and performance techniques used around the world. \n\nFrom its earliest beginnings in the ancient Middle East and Asia, through its representations in Medieval/Renaissance Europe, up until its modern-day appearances in theatre, television, and film, this book offers a thorough overview of how this fascinating art form originated and evolved. It also includes easy-to-follow instructions on how to create puppets for performance and display and an in-depth resource list and bibliography for further research and information.\n\nWritten for students in puppetry arts and stagecraft courses, Introduction to Puppetry Arts off.