Three Loves for Three Oranges
Three Loves for Three Oranges

Author: Dassia N. Posner

Publisher: Indiana University Press

Published: 2021-09-14

Total Pages: 433

ISBN-13: 0253057906

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In 1921, Sergei Prokofiev's Love for Three Oranges—one of the earliest, most famous examples of modernist opera—premiered in Chicago. Prokofiev's source was a 1913 theatrical divertissement by Vsevolod Meyerhold, who, in turn, took inspiration from Carlo Gozzi's 1761 commedia dell'arte–infused theatrical fairy tale. Only by examining these whimsical, provocative works together can we understand the full significance of their intertwined lineage. With contributions from 17 distinguished scholars in theater, art history, Italian, Slavic studies, and musicology, Three Loves for Three Oranges: Gozzi, Meyerhold, Prokofiev illuminates the historical development of Modernism in the arts, the ways in which commedia dell'arte's self-referential and improvisatory elements have inspired theater and music innovations, and how polemical playfulness informs creation. A resource for scholars and theater lovers alike, this collection of essays, paired with new translations of Love for Three Oranges, charts the transformations and transpositions that this fantastical tale underwent to provoke theatrical revolutions that still reverberate today.

The Director's Prism
The Director's Prism

Author: Dassia N. Posner

Publisher: Northwestern University Press

Published: 2016-08-15

Total Pages: 405

ISBN-13: 0810133571

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Finalist, 2017 Theatre Library Association George Freedley Memorial Award Shortlist, 2019 Prague Quadrennial Best Scenography and Design Publication Award The Director's Prism investigates how and why three of Russia's most innovative directors— Vsevolod Meyerhold, Alexander Tairov, and Sergei Eisenstein—used the fantastical tales of German Romantic writer E. T. A. Hoffmann to reinvent the rules of theatrical practice. Because the rise of the director and the Russian cult of Hoffmann closely coincided, Posner argues, many characteristics we associate with avant-garde theater—subjective perspective, breaking through the fourth wall, activating the spectator as a co-creator—become uniquely legible in the context of this engagement. Posner examines the artistic poetics of Meyerhold's grotesque, Tairov's mime-drama, and Eisenstein's theatrical attraction through production analyses, based on extensive archival research, that challenge the notion of theater as a mirror to life, instead viewing the director as a prism through whom life is refracted. A resource for scholars and practitioners alike, this groundbreaking study provides a fresh, provocative perspective on experimental theater, intercultural borrowings, and the nature of the creative process.

Folktales and Fairy Tales [4 volumes]
Folktales and Fairy Tales [4 volumes]

Author: Anne E. Duggan Ph.D.

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2016-02-12

Total Pages: 1751

ISBN-13: 1610692543

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Encyclopedic in its coverage, this one-of-a-kind reference is ideal for students, scholars, and others who need reliable, up-to-date information on folk and fairy tales, past and present. Folktales and fairy tales have long played an important role in cultures around the world. They pass customs and lore from generation to generation, provide insights into the peoples who created them, and offer inspiration to creative artists working in media that now include television, film, manga, photography, and computer games. This second, expanded edition of an award-winning reference will help students and teachers as well as storytellers, writers, and creative artists delve into this enchanting world and keep pace with its past and its many new facets. Alphabetically organized and global in scope, the work is the only multivolume reference in English to offer encyclopedic coverage of this subject matter. The four-volume collection covers national, cultural, regional, and linguistic traditions from around the world as well as motifs, themes, characters, and tale types. Writers and illustrators are included as are filmmakers and composers—and, of course, the tales themselves. The expert entries within volumes 1 through 3 are based on the latest research and developments while the contents of volume 4 comprises tales and texts. While most books either present readers with tales from certain countries or cultures or with thematic entries, this encyclopedia stands alone in that it does both, making it a truly unique, one-stop resource.

Folk Narrative and World View
Folk Narrative and World View

Author: Leander Petzoldt

Publisher: Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der Wissenschaften

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 452

ISBN-13:

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Die Sicht der Welt in der Volkserzählung ist ein genuin gesellschaftliches, im weitesten Sinn politisches Thema. Die in diesem Tagungsband behandelten Volkserzählungen wie Sagen, Märchen, Schwänke, Lieder oder Rätsel reflektieren nicht nur die jeweilige Gesamtkultur, sondern in ihren Einzelaspekten auch die Weltsicht des erzählenden Individuums. Dabei bestimmen Faktoren wie Religion und Wirtschaft, Geschichte und Milieu und nicht zuletzt die soziale Struktur des Gemeinwesens die Weltsicht des Einzelnen und verweisen trotz der Vielfalt auf eine relativ beschränkte Zahl von Erklärungsmodellen der Welt. Der Sammelband enthält Beiträge in englischer, deutscher und französischer Sprache. World view in folk narrative is a genuine social and, in an even wider sense, political topic. The articles in this publication, whether they deal with legends, fairy tales, anecdotes, songs or riddles do not only reflect the culture, but in some aspects also the world view of the narrating individual. The world view of the individual is determined by the facts religion and economy, history and background and last but not least the social structure of the society in which the individual lives. Nevertheless, there are only a relatively limited number of explanations of the world, conceptions or world formulas on which the world view of an individual is based. This publication contains articles in English, German and French.

The Folk-Tales of The Magyars
The Folk-Tales of The Magyars

Author: Various

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2023-10-01

Total Pages: 458

ISBN-13:

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The Folk-Tales of the Magyars by Erdélyi, Kriza, Pap, Jones, and Kropf: The Folk-Tales of the Magyars is a collection of folktales from the Hungarian tradition. Compiled by a team of authors, including Erdélyi, Kriza, Pap, Jones, and Kropf, the book showcases the rich oral storytelling tradition of the Magyar people, offering readers a captivating glimpse into Hungarian folklore and cultural heritage. Key Aspects of the Book "The Folk-Tales of the Magyars": Hungarian Folklore: The collection presents a diverse range of folktales from Hungarian culture, featuring mythical creatures, heroic figures, and moral lessons passed down through generations. Oral Storytelling Tradition: The book highlights the importance of oral storytelling in preserving cultural heritage and transmitting moral values within the Magyar community. Cultural Insights: The folktales provide readers with insights into Hungarian traditions, beliefs, and societal norms, fostering a deeper appreciation for the cultural identity of the Magyar people. The authors Erdélyi, Kriza, Pap, Jones, and Kropf are esteemed collectors and compilers of Hungarian folktales. Their collaborative efforts in The Folk-Tales of the Magyars showcase their dedication to preserving and sharing the rich cultural heritage of Hungary.