Inclusive Character Analysis

<p><em>Inclusive Character Analysis</em> foregrounds representations of race gender class ability and sexual orientation by blending script analysis with a variety of critical theories in order to create a more inclusive performance practice for the classroom and the stage. </p><p>This book merges a traditional Stanislavski-based script analysis with multiple theoretical frameworks such as gender theory standpoint theory and critical race theory to give students in early level theatre courses foundational skills for analyzing a play while also introducing them to contemporary thought about race gender and identity.</p><p>Inclusive Character Analysis is a valuable resource for beginning acting courses script analysis courses the directing classroom early design curriculum dramaturgical explorations the playwriting classroom and introduction to performance studies classes. Additionally the book offers a reader-style background on theoretical frames for performance faculty and practitioners who may need assistance to integrate non-performance centered theory into their classrooms.</p>