Routledge Handbook of Asian Theatre

Routledge Handbook of Asian Theatre is an advanced level reference guide
which surveys the rich and diverse traditions of classical and
contemporary performing arts in Asia, showcasing significant scholarship
in recent years. An international team of over 50 contributors provide
authoritative overviews on a variety of topics across Asia, including
dance, music, puppetry, make-up and costume, architecture, colonialism,
modernity, gender, musicals, and intercultural Shakespeare.
This volume is divided into four sections covering:- Representative Theatrical Traditions in Asia- Cross-Regional Aspects of Classical and Folk Theatres,
- Modern and Contemporary Theatres in Asian Countries- Modernity, Gender Performance, Intercultural and Musical Theatre in Asia.
Offering
a cutting edge overview of Asian theatre and performance, the Handbook
is an invaluable resource for academics, researchers and students
studying this ever-evolving field.