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Experience the captivating intersection of art and science with this essential read, 'Science on Stage.' The first comprehensive study of the 'science plays' phenomenon, this book dives deep into the integration of scientific concepts within the theatrical realm. Published by Princeton University Press in 2012, this trade paperback (ISBN: 9780691155449) offers a rich exploration of historical and contemporary works, framed by the insightful analyses of Kirsten Shepherd-Barr. From the Renaissance to modern-day, discover the evolution of theatrical science and the current trends shaping this unique genre.
Through engaging interviews with notable playwrights and directors, the book uncovers why there is a growing fascination with dramatizing scientific narratives, highlighting works such as Michael Frayn's 'Copenhagen' and Tom Stoppard's 'Arcadia.' It meticulously examines popular scientific themes embraced by playwrights, addressing the cultural significance and societal impact of science in the performing arts. This title also navigates the ethical debates and controversies surrounding the representation of science on stage.
Whether you are a theater enthusiast, a science aficionado, or an educator, 'Science on Stage' provides essential insights into how scientific principles like quantum mechanics and fractals manifest in dramatic forms. Join the dialogue on science’s portrayal in theater and witness how this literary exploration continues to evolve.
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Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691155449
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2012
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Science on Stage is the first full-length study of the phenomenon of "science plays"--theatrical events that weave scientific content into the plot lines of the drama. The book investigates the tradition of science on the stage from the Renaissance to the present, focusing in particular on the current wave of science playwriting. Drawing on extensive interviews with playwrights and directors, Kirsten Shepherd-Barr discusses such works as Michael Frayn's Copenhagen and Tom Stoppard's Arcadia. She asks questions such as, What accounts for the surge of interest in putting science on the stage? What areas of science seem most popular with playwrights, and why? How has the tradition evolved throughout the centuries? What currents are defining it now? And what are some of the debates and controversies surrounding the use of science on stage? Organized by scientific themes, the book examines selected contemporary plays that represent a merging of theatrical form and scientific content--plays in which the science is literally enacted through the structure and performance of the play.
Beginning with a discussion of Christopher Marlowe's Doctor Faustus, the book traces the history of how scientific ideas (quantum mechanics and fractals, for example) are dealt with in theatrical presentations. It discusses the relationship of science to society, the role of science in our lives, the complicated ethical considerations of science, and the accuracy of the portrayal of science in the dramatic context. The final chapter looks at some of the most recent and exciting developments in science playwriting that are taking the genre in innovative direction
Through engaging interviews with notable playwrights and directors, the book uncovers why there is a growing fascination with dramatizing scientific narratives, highlighting works such as Michael Frayn's 'Copenhagen' and Tom Stoppard's 'Arcadia.' It meticulously examines popular scientific themes embraced by playwrights, addressing the cultural significance and societal impact of science in the performing arts. This title also navigates the ethical debates and controversies surrounding the representation of science on stage.
Whether you are a theater enthusiast, a science aficionado, or an educator, 'Science on Stage' provides essential insights into how scientific principles like quantum mechanics and fractals manifest in dramatic forms. Join the dialogue on science’s portrayal in theater and witness how this literary exploration continues to evolve.
Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691155449
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2012
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
Science on Stage is the first full-length study of the phenomenon of "science plays"--theatrical events that weave scientific content into the plot lines of the drama. The book investigates the tradition of science on the stage from the Renaissance to the present, focusing in particular on the current wave of science playwriting. Drawing on extensive interviews with playwrights and directors, Kirsten Shepherd-Barr discusses such works as Michael Frayn's Copenhagen and Tom Stoppard's Arcadia. She asks questions such as, What accounts for the surge of interest in putting science on the stage? What areas of science seem most popular with playwrights, and why? How has the tradition evolved throughout the centuries? What currents are defining it now? And what are some of the debates and controversies surrounding the use of science on stage? Organized by scientific themes, the book examines selected contemporary plays that represent a merging of theatrical form and scientific content--plays in which the science is literally enacted through the structure and performance of the play.
Beginning with a discussion of Christopher Marlowe's Doctor Faustus, the book traces the history of how scientific ideas (quantum mechanics and fractals, for example) are dealt with in theatrical presentations. It discusses the relationship of science to society, the role of science in our lives, the complicated ethical considerations of science, and the accuracy of the portrayal of science in the dramatic context. The final chapter looks at some of the most recent and exciting developments in science playwriting that are taking the genre in innovative direction