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Working Title
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Discover 'Working Title', a unique theatrical experience that challenges traditional storytelling. This innovative play, authored by Richard Baines and published by Phoenix Education, invites you into a world where recognizable plots are replaced by whimsical characters who thrive in chaos. Immerse yourself in a blend of humor and unpredictability as characters interrupt each other, engage in absurd dialogues, and burst into song, creating a lively yet perplexing atmosphere.
'Working Title' serves as a dazzling exploration of various theatrical forms, incorporating elements of the Theatre of the Absurd, Brechtian Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Realism. Each scene provides a vibrant tableau that celebrates the intricacies and varieties of performance art—from the existential musings of Ionesco to the socially engaged narratives of Brecht and the psychological depth of Ibsen.
Whether you’re an avid theater-goer or exploring the stage for the first time, this play promises an exhilarating journey into modern theatre. It blurs the lines between genres, offering a rich experience that showcases the full spectrum of theatrical expression. With only a handful of performances that venture into such an experimental realm, 'Working Title' is an essential addition to any dramatic repertoire. Get ready for a theatrical adventure that will leave you laughing, questioning, and craving more!
Author: Richard Baines Publisher: Phoenix Education
Bind: paperback
Working Title is the play you have when you don’t have a play.
It is one of only a handful of plays entirely devoid of any recognizable plot. And that’s not easy to do. The characters come and go. They interrupt each other. They behave irrationally. They are funny. They are violent. Occasionally they burst into song.
So what’s going on?
Working Title is an excursion into various types, kinds and fashions of theatre. In itself it is a sort of vaudeville experience. It introduces us to
Ionesco
Brecht
Ibsen.
There are scenes here illustrating
Theatre of the Absurd
Brechtian Theatre
Musical Theatre and the
Theatre of Realism.
And all in the one play! Now there’s value for money!
Furthermore, members of the audience are right royally entertained.
As they should be.
'Working Title' serves as a dazzling exploration of various theatrical forms, incorporating elements of the Theatre of the Absurd, Brechtian Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Realism. Each scene provides a vibrant tableau that celebrates the intricacies and varieties of performance art—from the existential musings of Ionesco to the socially engaged narratives of Brecht and the psychological depth of Ibsen.
Whether you’re an avid theater-goer or exploring the stage for the first time, this play promises an exhilarating journey into modern theatre. It blurs the lines between genres, offering a rich experience that showcases the full spectrum of theatrical expression. With only a handful of performances that venture into such an experimental realm, 'Working Title' is an essential addition to any dramatic repertoire. Get ready for a theatrical adventure that will leave you laughing, questioning, and craving more!
Author: Richard Baines Publisher: Phoenix Education
Bind: paperback
Working Title is the play you have when you don’t have a play.
It is one of only a handful of plays entirely devoid of any recognizable plot. And that’s not easy to do. The characters come and go. They interrupt each other. They behave irrationally. They are funny. They are violent. Occasionally they burst into song.
So what’s going on?
Working Title is an excursion into various types, kinds and fashions of theatre. In itself it is a sort of vaudeville experience. It introduces us to
Ionesco
Brecht
Ibsen.
There are scenes here illustrating
Theatre of the Absurd
Brechtian Theatre
Musical Theatre and the
Theatre of Realism.
And all in the one play! Now there’s value for money!
Furthermore, members of the audience are right royally entertained.
As they should be.
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