"A theatre which is able to speak to each spectator in a different and penetrating language is not a fantastic idea, nor a utopia. This is the theatre for which many of us, directors and leaders of groups, trained for a long time....." - from the Introduction

On Directing is Eugenio Barba's unprecedented account of his own life and work. This is a major retrospective of Barba's working methods, his practical techniques, and the life experiences which fed directly into his theatre-making.

On Directing is an inspirational resource. It is a dramaturgy of dramaturgies, and a professional autobiography, from one of the most significant and influential directors and theorists working today. It provides unique insights into a philosophy and practice of directing for the beginning student, the experienced practitioner, and everyone in between.

About the Author
Nordisk Teaterlaboratorium, Holstebro, Denmark International School of Theatre Anthropology

Reviews

'On Directing and Dramaturgy is a remarkable account of an emotional and passionate engagement with theatre practice as a maker and teacher' - Sam Bicknell, Contemporary Theatre Review

'a deeply rich collection of memoirs, notes, letters, criticism and observation that goes some way towards a demonstrable creative process' - Sam Bicknell, Contemporary Theatre Review

'The material Barba presents and the form his discussion takes are both original. His book includes a wealth of information on the rehearsals of particular pieces by Odin Teatret' - Sam Bicknell, Contemporary Theatre Review

'On Directing and Dramaturgy is a remarkable account of an emotional and passionate engagement with theatre practice as a maker and teacher' - Sam Bicknell, Contemporary Theatre Review

'a book that does well to enrich the canon through its subtly woven documentation of a pedagogy that has never been solely confined to the four walls of a rehearsal room' - Sam Bicknell, Contemporary Theatre Review

Book Information
ISBN 9780415549219
Author Eugenio Barba
Format Paperback
Page Count 18
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 374g