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Mysticism in the Theater : What’s Needed Right Now, Paperback / softback Book

Mysticism in the Theater : What’s Needed Right Now Paperback / softback

Part of the Routledge Advances in Theatre & Performance Studies series

Paperback / softback

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Mysticism in the Theater introduces theater makers to the power and possibility of using historical mystical ideas to influence all aspects of a production.

Historical mysticism represents ideas developed by recognized spiritual thinkers in all religions and time periods: individuals who stilled their ego, and perceived the unity of all, hidden within the apparent multiplicity of existence. This unique manner of spiritual inlay allows theatrical presentations to find the height of artistic expression: art at the intersection of our historical moment and the eternal.

This study introduces theater makers to the history of mystical inspiration within performance work and develops strategies for inserting mystical ideas into their productions.

The book ties this model into theatre’s history, as mystical ideas and quotes have been inserted into productions from Greek theatre through Shakespeare and into the present day. This book explores how teachings and ideas of specific historical mystical thinkers might influence all aspects of contemporary theatrical productions including writing, directing, acting, stagecraft/set design, lighting design, costume design, sound design, and choreography.

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