Performance in an Age of Precarity by Andy Field PAPERBACK 9781350190641

Name: Performance in an Age of Precarity by Andy Field PAPERBACK 9781350190641
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Explore the vibrant world of contemporary performance with "Performance in an Age of Precarity." This collection of 40 reflections, penned by Maddy Costa and Andy Field, offers a profound look into the artistry, imagination, and fragility of performance. This book delves into the contemporary performance landscape, from avant-garde dance to live art and independent theatre. It examines the themes, aims, and desires of this art form, and its connection to mainstream theatre, art, and politics. Featuring insights on artists like Bryony Kimmings, Dickie Beau, Forced Entertainment, Scottee, Selina Thompson, Tania El Khoury, and Uninvited Guests, the authors forge new vocabulary to discuss live performance. This is an essential resource for students, artists, and audiences seeking to understand the innovative and captivating work beyond the UK's theatrical mainstream. Product Summary: Performance in an Age of Precarity, Paperback, 224 pages, English edition, by Maddy Costa and Andy Field.