Creativity in performance
By: edited by R. Keith Sawyer.
Contributors: Sawyer, R. Keith
Series: Publications in creativity research
Publisher: Ablex
Published: 1997
Place of publication: Greenwich, Conn
Language: eng
Number of pages: 320
Subjects: Performing arts.; Music.; Improvisation (Acting); Improvisation (Music)
Description: This book is for readers interested in the latest research on creativity in performance. The chapters cover an impressive interdisciplinary scope, and include studies of jazz, African dancing, improvisational theater, situation comedies, children's puppet plays, and Nepalese drumming. Each chapter speaks to broader themes that will be of interest to students and researchers in psychology, anthropology, communication, musicology, and performance studies.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and indexes.