Chapter 1: The Origins of Theatre Chapter 2: Theatre and Drama in Ancient Greece   Chapter 3: Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine Theatre   Chapter 4: European Theatre in the Middle Ages   Chapter 5: English Theatre to 1642   Chapter 6: Italian Theatre to 1700   Chapter 7: French Theatre to 1700  Chapter 8: The Theatre to Spain and New Spain to 1700   Chapter 9: English Theatre to 1800   Chapter 10: Italyand France to 1800   Chapter 11: Northern European Theatre to 1800   Chapter 12: English-Language Theatre in the Early Nineteenth Century   Chapter 13: Continental European Theatre in the Early Nineteenth Century   Chapter 14: English-Language Theatre in the Late Nineteenth Century   Chapter 15: Continental European and Latin American Theatre in the Late Nineteenth Century   Chapter 16: The Beginnings of Modern Realism   Chapter 17: Early Alternatives to Realism   Chapter 18: Continental European and Latin American Theatre in the Early Twentieth Century   Chapter 19: English-Language Theatre in the Early Twentieth Century   Chapter 20: Continental European and Latin American Theatre in the Mid-Twentieth Century   Chapter 21: English-Language Theatre in the Mid-Twentieth Century   Chapter 22: Continental European and Latin American Theatre in the Late Twentieth Century   Chapter 23: English-Language Theatre in the Late Twentieth Century   Chapter 24: The Theatre of Africa   Chapter 25: Contemporary Theatre   Chapter 26: The Theatre of Asia      

History of the Theatre, 10/e Oscar G. Brockett and Franklin J. Hildy Congratulations on beginning your learning experience with the 40 th Anniversary Edition of this bestselling theatre history textbook written by two of the most highly respected theatre historians in the field: Oscar G. Brockett and Franklin J. Hildy. You’ll begin your historical journey chronologically with the ritual origins of theatre. Then you’ll travel around the world as you explore the roots of theatre in countries such as Spain, England, and France, in Latin America and more. You’ll end your survey with the theatres of Africa and Asia. The cover alone captures the drama and diversion that an evening at the theatre provides. WHAT YOU’LL FIND IN THIS EDITION The most comprehensive coverage of European, American, Asian, African, and Latin American theatre history exposes you to many types of theatre you may have never before considered. A revised chapter on contemporary theatre covers avant-garde theatre from around the world and brings theatre history up to the present day. Updates throughout every chapter provide you with the most current and accurate information available, so you’ll be well-informed for discussions in class as well as with family and friends. REVIEWER QUOTES “Most people involved with teaching theatre history know that this text is unequaled in the field. No other survey text gives this kind of detail, is revised as often to keep pace with research and historical developments, is as qualified or clear in what the state of knowledge and debate are on particular topics, covers as many areas of world theatre, has as thorough an index, is as rich in images, or has as useful a bibliography.” –Dennis C. Beck, James Madison University “Since I was a college undergraduate, the Brockett history book has been a ‘must do’ on my bookshelf and the bookshelves of all of my theatre peers and professors alike. The Brockett book is affectionately referred to as ’The Bible’ among my colleagues. There is no question it is a remarkable compilation of information and an invaluable addition to my resources.” –Kimberly Wagner, Edinboro University

Provides a chronological survey of the theatre's history as a socio-cultural institution from pre-history to the present.Features the most comprehensive coverage of European, American, Asian, and African theatre history found in any competing textbook.Employs an extensive photo and illustration program.Includes chapter-ending "Looking at Theatre History" sections, which offer extra insight into the chapter's primary topic or the culture of the particular period.Offers chapter-by-chapter bibliographies at the end of the book to serve as both an acknowledgment of principal sources of information and as a guide to reading in greater depth.

Includes updates throughout the text to reflect the most current state of knowledge. Features new material on African and Asian theatre. Expands the coverage of theatre history in Latin America, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.Incorporates a thoroughly revised chapter on Contemporary Theatre , which includes the most recent updates to this area of study.