Art of Making Theatre

<p>In this book world-renowned theatre artist Pamela Howard OBE shows how her life has always been part of the art of making theatre. Part memoir part a personal account of artistic creation it is a work of art in its own right. Its 12 chapters accompanied by original drawings offer insights into Pamela Howard's creative world and the journey through life of a celebrated artist ranging from her early life and influences to her time at art college and the inspiration she gained from travelling the world. <p/>Following the trajectory of her life the 12 'dreams' are poised between memory and history and give an account of an artist's growth resilience working patterns and life-changing encounters with remarkable personalities and artists as well as the practical side of working in the theatre in visual arts and in education. Her art tells unexpected stories of little-noticed people and émigré communities and makes performance for diverse audiences from the unique experience of one's own life. Pamela Howard's dreams have led her to work across the globe and teach and inspire several generations of theatre makers scenographers designers and visual artists. <i>The Art of Making Theatre</i> passes on that inspiration afresh and demonstrates that being an artist is not a one-off project but a way of life.</p>