This study explores the evolution of Molière's comedy as a careful amalgamation of comedy and philosophical satire.

"Structured as an evening in the theatre, this book is analytical but straightforward, serious but entertaining. Mayo Simon presents a working playwright's view

Play Readings: A Complete Guide for Theatre Practitioners demystifies the standards and protocols of a play reading, demonstrating how to create effective and e

This book will appeal to students, actors and directors of drama, as well as the theatregoers.

Susan Bennett's highly successful Theatre Audiences is a unique full-length study of the audience as cultural phenomenon, which looks at both theories of specta