POLARITY ENSEMBLE THEATRE

It's time to go to the theatre! This intricately paper-engineered book will amaze and entertain both parents and children. Thanks to die-cuts and elegant pop-ups, each page becomes a three-dimensional

這本設計精巧的繪本，利用頁頁鏤空的設計，讓畫面在細節與全景之間自由切換——一顆鈕扣、一隻蜜蜂、一盒彩色鉛筆……從小小的元素連結成豐富的世界。文字出自 Émilie Chazerand，以詩意又充滿力量的語句，帶出「群體智慧」與「共同生活」的主題。這是一部溫柔又富象徵性的作品，邀請讀者透過一扇扇小窗，看見「一起」的力量與美麗。Grâce à un système de découpe à chaque page, ce très bel album alterne entre mise en lumière de détails (un bouton, une abeille, des crayons de couleur) et planches foisonnantes.Le tout porté par l'écriture poétique et percutante d'Émilie Chazerand qui aborde une thématique essentielle : l’intelligence collective et le pouvoir du vivre ensemble.Un album tendre avec des petites fenêtres ouvertes sur la force et la beauté d’être ensemble.

作為劇場史研究的重要教材，本書以「溝通文化的演變」為主軸，重新思考劇場在歷史中的角色與功能。書中從早期口述與書寫文化談起，逐步推進至印刷、電子媒介與網路時代，探討表演如何形塑公共空間、民族認同與文化想像。第三版內容全面更新，新增史學專章、案例研究與時間軸設計，協助讀者建立清楚的歷史定位。本書文字條理分明，結構經重新調整後更利於教學使用，並搭配線上資源與發音輔助。學界普遍認為，本書不僅傳授劇場史的宏觀敘事，也引導讀者反思歷史書寫本身，是一部兼具深度與啟發性的研究導論。This new edition of the innovative and widely acclaimed Theatre Histories: An Introduction offers a critical overview of global theatre and drama, spanning a broad wealth of world cultures and periods. Illustrating historiographical theory with case studies demonstrating the methods and interpretive approaches used by today's theatre historians, the authors offer a detailed and thorough examination of global theatre.Fully revised and renewed, features of this third edition include:A full color text design, heavily illustrated with a wealth of colour photographs and illustrationsDetailed historical, cultural and political timelines, enhancing students’ understanding of the context of each sectionBoxed case studies from a broad range of world cultures, buil

Ensemble Theatre Making: A Practical Guide is the first comprehensive diagnostic handbook for building, caring for, and maintaining an ensemble. Successful ensembles don’t happen by chance; they must

The fourth in a series of shaped Moomin board books, with a brand-new story based on Tove's classic world and characters, and with flaps to lift and things to spot throughout.The Moomins are going to the theatre! In this brand new story based on Tove Jansson's magical world of Moominvalley, you can lift the flaps and spot your favourite characters. This beautiful shaped board book is perfect for young Moomin fans.The Moomins are putting on a show . . . but the theatre has been burgled! Can they catch the culprit?Join Moomintroll, Moominmamma and Moominpappa as they paint the scenery, make the props and search for the robber, helped and hampered by Snorkmaiden, Little My, Stinky and Emma the Stage Rat. As you follow the Moomins on their journey you can lift flaps to explore the secrets of the theatre and find your favourite characters - there's plenty to discover!The perfect introduction for little ones to Tove Jansson’s world of Moominvalley. Enjoy more fun-shaped Moomin adventures wit

This book piecestogether the history of HMS Tamar. From her launch into service to her roles as a hospital, theatre stage, and transport for military personnel, the Tamar carried not just people, but also their mundane dreams and ambitions ― for friends, families, and staying alive.

"Vivian French is a writer of tremendous charm." Literary Review Irresistible characters and a compulsive plot with twists aplenty; Vivian French conjures up the very spirit of Dickensian England in a wonderful new novel for middle-grade readers. The story starts with a young laundry maid by the name of Minnie O'Sullivan, who is whisked away to a nightmarish home for wayward girls. Her friends plot to help her - but first they'll have to outwit Mrs Haddington, a wicked philanthropist, and Obadiah Marpike, a dastardly conman hiding in plain sight..."Delightful ... with its edge-of-your-seat pace, it deserves applause." Sunday Times (Children's Book of the Week) on The Steam Whistle Theatre Company"Storytelling at its best ... a classic in the making." The Scotsman on The Steam Whistle Theatre Company

Someone will take their final bow . . . Fresh from their adventure in Hong Kong, Hazel Wong and Daisy Wells are off to the Rue Theatre in London to face an entirely new challenge: acting. But danger h

Chinese opera embraces over 360 different styles of theatre that make one of the richest performance arts in the world. It combines music, speech, poetry, mime, acrobatics, stage fighting, vivid face-

The stunning bestsellerHave you ever wanted to bury a secret so deeply that no one will find out about it?With private security firms supplying bodyguards in every theatre of war, who will notice the

During the summer of 1946, twenty-year-old Elizabeth is doing what she has dreamed of since she was a little girl: working in the theatre. Elizabeth is passionate about her work and determined to lear

Originally written in French and translated into English by Beckett, Endgame was given its first London performance at the Royal Court Theatre in 1957.HAMM: Clov!CLOV: Yes.HAMM: Nature has forgotten u

Premiered at the Bush theatre in 1993 Beautiful Thing was released as a feature film by Channel Four films in 1996 directed by Hettie Macdonald and featuring Meera SyalBeautiful Thing explores pre-te

The entertaining third installment of this delightful graphic chapter series is bound to get children giggling. Perfect for kids ages 5-8!The Marshmallow Martians have a contest to win on Planet Moop! They need to find the best, biggest, and most unexpected item. They know they can win with something unusual from their favorite planet--Earth! Where do Earthlings keep all of their biggest and coolest items? A museum, of course!This silly graphic chapter book with its ensemble of adorable martians will have kids laughing out loud while gaining confidence in reading. Graphic chapter books serve as a great bridge to graphic novels and longer chapter books.Read all the books in the series!Marshmallow Martians: Show and SmellMarshmallow Martians: Earth SchoolMarshmallow Martians: Museum Sleepover

Where's the best place on Earth for the Marshmallow Martians to learn new things? School, of course! This new graphic chapter series will delight independent readers with its hilarious second installment!Lunchboxes, recess, and gym--oh my! Without G.L.O.W., their Galactic Learning Online Whiz (which is a fancy way of saying "computer"), the Marshmallow Martians don't know where to turn for information. So they have to go to where all the cool kids learn--earthling school. This hilarious companion to Marshmallow Martians: Show and Smell will make kids look at life on Earth through fresh (googly) eyes.This silly graphic chapter book with its ensemble of lovable martians will have kids ages 5-8 laughing out loud while gaining confidence in reading. Graphic chapter books serve as a great bridge to graphic novels and longer chapter books.

Returning to the magical Amsterdam of her million-copy bestseller The Miniaturist, Jessie Burton's The House of Fortune is a story of love, fate, and two women determined to make their own way. A Richard & Judy Book Club pickThe No.1 Sunday Times Bestseller'I absolutely loved it' – Marian Keyes'Awe-inspiring. Burton is a master storyteller' – Elizabeth Day1705, Amsterdam.Thea Brandt is about to turn eighteen, and at the theatre in the heart of the city she has met the love of her life. At home, however, her family faces ruin. Desperate to change their fortunes, Thea’s aunt Nella is convinced that she must find Thea a wealthy husband, to get her away from the theatre and solidify her place in the society in which she truly belongs.As Thea and Nella clash over the demands of duty and the heart, past secrets begin to overwhelm their present. And then there is the elusive miniaturist – when mysterious figurines begin to arrive on the family doorstep, it seems someone may have u

Meet the Marshmallow Martians: a group of curious aliens who can’t get enough of planet Earth! This hilarious, fast-paced graphic chapter book will tickle young readers’ funny bones!In this adventure, the Martians--along with their space cat, space dog, and marshmallow robot assistant--learn about something called "show and smell." (Does that sound right? It sure doesn't smell right!) They go in search of Earth's smelliest smells to bring back to their home planet, Moop. Where will they find the best smells? An amusement park, of course!This silly graphic chapter book, with its ensemble of lovable Martians, will have kids ages 5 to 8 laughing out loud while gaining confidence in reading. Graphic chapter books serve as a great bridge to graphic novels and longer chapter books.

Kitty is a superhero-in-training with feline superpowers. She dreams of being just like her superhero mum one day, but she's still got a lot to learn. Join her for a series of enchanting adventures by the light of the moon.In Kitty and the Vanishing Act, Kitty is called on to investigate a disappearance. Magical double-act The Great Marella and Crystal the Poodle are in town performing their magic show at the Diamond Light theatre, but mid-way through a vanishing act Crystal fails to reappear. Can Kitty use her powers to track down Crystal and save the show?

冬天，一隻獅子救了一隻受傷的小鳥。牠們一起度過寒冷的日子，分享寧靜與溫暖。當春天到來，鳥兒飛走了，留下寂寞與空盪。獅子學會了等待，也學會接受別離。直到秋風再起，熟悉的影子又回到窗前——朋友回來了。這本書用極少的文字，傳達友情與季節更迭的力量。每一頁都像一次深呼吸，溫柔而真實。Un lion découvre un oiseau blessé, le soigne durant les mois d'hiver. Les deux amis apprennent à vivre ensemble.Mais, un jour, le printemps arrive, l'oiseau s'éloigne pour retrouver ses semblables. « C'est la vie » dit le Lion. Il apprend alors à ressentir la solitude, les chaussons vides et l'ennui à plein temps. On tourne les pages sans faire de bruit. On lève les yeux au ciel, l'oiseau revient et la joie est là, à plein coeur. « Ensemble, nous n'aurons pas froid cet hiver » conclut le Lion.

本書一則運用高友工「抒情美典」（Lyrical aesthetics）理論，探究「抒情」從古典戲曲到當代戲曲的歷史意義，同時說明「莎戲曲」為什麼和怎麼樣創作等課題。二則以梅洛龐蒂（Maurice Merleau-Ponty）的「現象身體」（phenomenal body）概念，結合芭芭（Eugenio Barba）與沙瓦里斯（Nicola Savarese）「劇場人類學」（Theatre Anth

Olivia is sad and lonely and angry - angry that she's been dumped with her sister eel at her grandmother's school, and angrier still that that school turns out to be a stage school where there's no encouragement for her to do what she loves best: practice her circus skills. But in the course of a turbulent first term, Olivia finds out much more than she bargained for about the theatre, about friendship, about enemies, about her family and about herself.

Remember London for ever with this exquisite cut-paper souvenir.Presented in a beautiful slipcase, this stunning memento features twelve of London’s most famous sites: Harrods, Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, The Houses of Parliament, The London Eye, St Paul's Cathedral, The Globe Theatre, The Tower of London, Tower Bridge and The Royal Observatory. Stylishly illustrated and folding out to a length of 150 cm, this is a perfect souvenir for anyone visiting the UK’s capital city.

本書為蔣經國國際學術交流基金會補助“Ritual Theatre in China”及行政院國家科學委員會補助「中國魂魄信仰及相關儀式之研究」兩計劃之部分成果。

This comprehensive handbook introduces techniques and exercises for devising theatre as an ensemble. It demonstrates a wide range of approaches to ensemble devising, drawing on Davis Robinson's thirty

Ensemble Theatre Making: A Practical Guide is the first comprehensive diagnostic handbook for building, caring for, and maintaining an ensemble. Successful ensembles don’t happen by chance; they must

From the bestselling biography series Little People, BIG DREAMS, discover the life of William Shakespeare, the legendary poet and playwright. Learn about the story of William Shakespeare, the incredible playwright and poet who shaped the world of literature. Little William grew up during the Tudor era, a time long before TV or movies. But then, as now, there was storytelling, and William loved to create new stories. After getting married to his wife Anne, William moved to London to seek his fortune. He joined a theatre there and acted on stage alongside writing his own plays. His work is some of the most famous literature of all time, loved and performed across the world to this day. From the romance of Romeo and Juliet and the drama of Macbeth, to the farce of A Midsummer Night’s Dream and the comedy of Much Ado About Nothing, his works explore an enormous range of emotion, each with their own lessons about the human experience. As the book follows Shakespeare’s journey, young reade

A unique and richly illustrated gift book featuring four classic stories from the ballet.Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet. Now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith.Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up.With its gold foil cover, jewellike colours and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance and theatre. A book to treasure and share.Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird and The Nutcracker.

鬼氣森森的倫敦劇院區，再度迎來一場迷霧重重的超自然事件。瑪蒂達與艾德格從古玩店怪事出發，一路追查到失落黃金大盜的懸案與瑪蒂達父母之死的真相。在幽魂低語與層層謎影之間，本書以哥德風氛圍、靈異推理與幽默節奏，打造一場讓人一讀上癮的奇幻冒險。The second gloriously gothic mystery starring supernatural sleuths Lockett & Wilde - for fans of Lemony Snicket and Murder Most Unladylike."All hail Lockett & Wilde!” Lemony Snicket"A stunningly spooky mystery." Maz Evans"Wildly funny." Ben Miller"Funny, spooky and cosy - I loved it!" Andy StantonMatilda and Edgar are in London's haunted theatre-land, where Matilda is rehearsing the all-new Signora Valentina show and Edgar is training to become a poltergeist. Spooks are everywhere in this city, and it isn't long before Lockett & Wilde are called upon to investigate strange happenings at a local curiosity shop. Soon they are drawn into the unsolved case of the infamous gold thief, Bullion Bill, and Matilda finds herself investigating the story of her own parents' death. The ghosts of London know the truth, and Lockett & Wilde won't rest until they find it

這是一本充滿溫馨與勇氣的繪本。小男孩每天看著別人在街上玩滑板，心中充滿了嚮往。有一天，媽媽送給他一個大驚喜——自己珍藏多年的舊滑板！伴隨著一聲充滿活力的「haw êkwa!（我們走吧！）」，媽媽帶著他開始練習。無論是人行道、公園還是阿姨家的院子，處處都留下了他們努力的足跡。然而，當小男孩終於來到滑板公園，看到其他好手如瀑布般飛馳而下時，他不禁退縮了。在媽媽的鼓勵下，他能否克服恐懼，找到滑向人群的自信呢？Chaque jour, un petit garçon regarde des enfants passer en planche à roulettes et rêve de les rejoindre. Un jour, sa mère lui apporte une surprise : sa vieille planche, juste pour lui ! haw êkwa ! On y va ! Ensemble, ils le font, pratiquant sur le trottoir, au parc ― partout. Mais quand vient le moment de pratiquer au parc, les planchistes dévalent les pentes comme une cascade. Pourra-t-il trouver la confiance pour les rejoindre?,Every day, a little boy watches kids pass by on skateboards, and dreams of joining them. One day, his mother brings a surprise: her old skateboard, just for him! haw êkwa! Let’s go! Together, they practice on the sidewalk, at the park, in Auntie’s yard―everywhere. But when it comes time to try the skatepark, the skateboarders crash down like a waterfall. Can he

‘All the world’s a stage’ …For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated.This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!This 10-book set includes: Romeo and Juliet, Anthony and Cleopatra, A Midsummer Night's Dream, As You Like It, Cymbeline, Hamlet, Much Ado About Nothing, Julius Caesar, All's Well That Ends Well and King Lear.

An official treasury of fifteen stories from the world of Sylvanian Families – the perfect gift for Sylvanian fans, young and old!Enter the idyllic world of Sylvanian Families with this gorgeous official gift treasury, filled with fifteen magical stories featuring your favourite characters.Join Freya the Chocolate Rabbit and her friends as they have grand adventures in the countryside, dress up as mermaids in Sylvanian Land, and create unforgettable memories with their family and friends in the Village.With an illustrated map of the Sylvanian Village, character introductions and beautiful imagery throughout, Sylvanian Families: A Treasury of Tales is the perfect gift for fans to treasure.Sylvanian Families are one of the best selling and most beloved toys in the UK. Worldwide, the toys have sold over 230 million sets. Dive deep into the world of these classic toys, from Cedar Mountain to the Ballet Theatre, and join the Chocolate Rabbits, the Pookie Pandas and many more of your favouri

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER "[W]itty, original...a delight." --Th​e New York Times Perfect for fans of Ruth Ware and Lisa Jewell, this international bestseller and "dazzlingly clever" (The Sunday Times, London) murder mystery follows a community rallying around a sick child--but when escalating lies lead to a dead body, everyone is a suspect. The Fairway Players, a local theatre group, is in the midst of rehearsals when tragedy strikes the family of director Martin Hayward and his wife Helen, the play's star. Their young granddaughter has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, and with an experimental treatment costing a tremendous sum, their castmates rally to raise the money to give her a chance at survival. But not everybody is convinced of the experimental treatment's efficacy--nor of the good intentions of those involved. As tension grows within the community, things come to a shocking head at the explosive dress rehearsal. The next day, a dead body is found, and soon, an arrest

精緻娃娃屋裡，故事仍在上演…。妮拉苦心操持榮景不再的布蘭特家族，然而在瑪琳女兒18歲生日這天，過往的黑暗秘密逐漸浮現，與此同時，種種跡象讓妮拉猜想，是神秘的娃娃屋模型師回來了…Set in the golden city of Amsterdam in 1705, it is a story of fate and ambition, secrets and dreams, and one young womans determination to rule her own destiny.Thea Brandt is turning eighteen, and is ready to welcome adulthood with open arms. At the theatre, Walter, the love of her life, awaits her, but at home in the house on the Herengracht, winter has set in her father Otto and Aunt Nella argue endlessly, and the Brandt family are selling their furniture in order to eat.On Theas birthday, also the day that her mother Marin died, the secrets from the past begin to overwhelm the present.Nella is desperate to save the family and maintain appearances, to find Thea a husband who will guarantee her future, and when they receive an invitation to Amsterdams most exclusive ball, she is overjoyed perhaps this will set their fortunes straight. And indeed, the ball does set things spinning: new figures enter

A fresh, funny and accessible retelling of Jane Austen’s classic story, with witty black and white illustrations throughout.Catherine Morland loves nothing more than reading a romantic novel, but as one of ten children she doesn’t have much time for reading or for romance.When she is seventeen, her wealthy neighbours invite her to spend the winter season with them in Bath – to experience balls, the theatre and other social delights for the first time.Catherine makes friends with the passionate Isabella, and dances with a handsome man called Henry, and it seems that all her dreams are coming true. But real life doesn’t always play out like a novel, and Catherine will have to overcome many obstacles before she can find her happy ending …Steven Butler is an actor and writer from London. His books for children include The Wrong Pong series and Dennis the Menace. Steven’s love of mischief made Northanger Abbey the perfect book to rewrite and he’s excited to introduce Catherine Morland to a

Shortlisted for the Lollies 2023.A colourful and comical tour through history from cartoonists Mike Barfield and Jess Bradley. The hilarious minds behind A Day in the Life of a Poo, a Gnu and You have teamed up once again – this time to give a taste of the daily lives of the people, animals and objects who made history. Featuring a day in the life of early humans as they paint mammoths on the walls of a cave, a fierce gladiator battling in the Colosseum and the first woman in space.And not forgetting the animals of history – from an Egyptian cat (worshipped as a god, of course) to an albatross flying over Rapa Nui and a dog in the trenches of the First World War. Readers can also discover the stories behind famous constructions, including the Great Wall of China and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, and delve into the secret diaries of a Viking, Isaac Newton’s cat and the wooden panel that became the Mona Lisa. With over 90 entries told in the friendly, informative style of Mike Barfield an

我站在那個路口，一直哭。發現原來我也很需要被理解、被支持，知道自己值得被愛。我已經躲了一輩子。不管當個同志，還是愛滋感染者。我不要再躲了。★★★國際殊榮★★★二○一八年入選全球酷兒戲劇節，在超過一百部劇作中，最終入選七部之一，並於英國倫敦Arcola Theatre英語讀劇演出，讀劇後收錄於《GLOBAL QUEER PLAYS》一書。★★★★★★★★★★【名人推薦】徐志雲／台灣同志諮詢熱線協會理

Look Back in Anger transformed the face of British theatre; legend has it that audiences gasped at the sight of an ironing board on a London stage. John Osborne's play launched the 'angry young men' movement, writers from working or middle class background who had become disillusioned with British society, were sick of contemporary theatre's escapism, and wanted their work to reflect life as they knew it. The play tells the story of a love triangle between Jimmy, an intelligent and educated man of working class background, his upper-middle-class wife Alison, and her superior and disdainful best-friend Helena.Jimmy hates his wife's background, almost as much as he hates himself. Dark and savage, Look Back in Anger makes readers and audiences re-examine what was once called 'the good life'.