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Why is Richard Schechner considered the pre-eminent philosopher of innovative theatre of modern times? How did he come to stand the theatre on its head and turn topsy-turvy all the precepts of received theatrical wisdom?

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James M Harding Cindy Rosenthal

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© 2011 Judith Malina

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Malina, J. (2011). Richard Schechner. In: Harding, J.M., Rosenthal, C. (eds) The Rise of Performance Studies. Studies in International Performance. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9780230306059_13

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