Entertainment in the Performing Arts - Paperback

Unlock the True Meaning of Performance Entertainment

Are you struggling to define what truly constitutes entertainment in the performing arts? Many students and artists find themselves questioning the core purpose and impact of their work, leading to uncertainty in their creative process and audience engagement.

This lack of clarity can hinder artistic development and make it difficult to articulate the value of performing arts. Understanding the multifaceted nature of entertainment is crucial for anyone involved in creating or appreciating live performances.

Entertainment in the Performing Arts by Alice Marshall (Vale) offers a comprehensive exploration designed to guide you toward your own informed conclusions. This essential text challenges conventional thinking and provides the tools to develop a deep understanding of what entertainment truly means in today's world.

Key Insights and Solutions:

• Deep Dive into Definitions: Explores the fundamental question, "What do you think entertainment is?" through interviews, professional opinions, and researched topics, encouraging you to form your own views.
• Diverse Perspectives: Presents a range of sources, including valuable insights from interviewed artists, to help you build your knowledge and understanding of entertainment's various forms and functions.
• Guided Exploration: Features guided tasks throughout the chapters to immerse you fully in the topics, examining the innate human need for entertainment, technological influences, and the complex relationship between audience gratification and artistic intent.

"An essential text for students of performing arts courses, artists aiming to develop their understanding of their practice and for those with an interest in entertainment."

Equip yourself with the knowledge to critically analyze and articulate the essence of performing arts. Order your copy of Entertainment in the Performing Arts today and begin your journey to a profound understanding of entertainment's power and purpose.