Books by Richard C. Beacham

Adolphe Appia swept away the foundations of traditional theatre and set the agenda for the development of theatrical practice this century. Richard Beacham brings together for the first time, selections from all his major works.

This account, analysis and critical evaluation of the work of Adolphe Appia (1862-1928) demonstrates how his far-sighted imagination embraced the fundamental reform of scenic design, the use of theatrical space, and an expanded conception of the nature and possibilities of theatrical art.