Written by an expert academic who is also a published writer; Deals professionally with this issue; Each chapter develops an solid foundation of understanding, Advice packaged in bite-sized chunks. Here is how theatre was created Many people enjoy theatre but just who were the people that established theatre as we know it? What lies at the \'beating heart\' of this book is a fascinating profile of 7 pioneering figures and the stories of how they developed their approach to theatre., In this book you will learn:Stanislavski\'s legacy, The \'system\' in rehearsal, Edward Gordon Craig and style, Brecht and Artaud, Grotowski, Brooke and Boal; Market; All Professionals working in the theatre; All students taking courses in drama; Post 16-Level students and first-year undergraduates; Adult education centres including WEA; Teachers, tutors and lecturers; School libraries, reference and public libraries; University and college central libraries; Ideal for drama undergraduates