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Avant-garde evolution in post-war performance art.

If you're fascinated by how art movements shatter norms, Berghaus’ "Avant-garde Performance" might be your next captivating read. This book dives into the riveting world of avant-garde art, dissecting its influence on performance from a historical and aesthetic angle. It weaves an accessible narrative that could change your perspective on how artists challenge the mainstream and embrace technological advancements. For anyone who treasures both the history and the boundary-pushing nature of art, this eloquent guide through the avant-garde is an insightful treasure.

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ISBN: 9781403946454
Authors: Gunter Berghaus
Publisher: Red Globe Press
Date of Publication: 2005-05-04
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Music, Creative Nonfiction, Art
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How did the concept of the avant-garde come into existence? How did it impact on the performing arts? How did the avant-garde challenge the artistic establishment and avoid the pull of commercial theatre, gallery and concert-hall circuits? How did performance artists respond to new technological developments?Placing key figures and performances in their historical, social and aesthetic context, Günter Berghaus offers an accessible introduction to post-war avant-garde performance. Written in a clear, engaging style, and supported by text boxes and illustrations throughout, this volume explains the complex ideas behind avant-garde art and evocatively brings to life the work of some of its most influential performance artists.Covering hot topics such as multi-media and body art performances, this text is essential reading for students of theatre studies and performance.
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