Scenography: An Indian Perspective (H.B)

Book Details

• Author: Satyabrata Rout

• Publisher: Niyogi Books

• Edition: First Edition

• Binding: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 576

• ISBN: 9789391125295

• Languages: English

• Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.5 x 1.4 inches

About The Book

Scenography: An Indian Perspective by Satyabrata Rout delves deep into the intricate and often overlooked art of scenography, which is the ‘writing of the stage space.’ This book explores the evolving relationship between space, props, and the spectator in Indian theatre. Scenography is a dynamic language that transforms the theatrical experience by engaging the senses through visual elements. While this art form has a rich history in Western theatre, especially dating back to Greek plays, its development in the Orient, and particularly in India, has been underexplored—until recent times.

Rout’s work uncovers the largely unheralded role of scenography in Indian theatre, chronicling its silent yet significant evolution. The book takes readers on a journey through time, tracing the historical usage and the transformation of space on stage in Indian performances. It also addresses the more recent developments in the field, where new practitioners and scholars have begun to explore and redefine the role of stage design in Indian theatre.

This comprehensive treatise is a much-needed resource for those interested in the practical and theoretical aspects of scenography within the Indian context. It sheds light on the cultural and historical intricacies that shape the Indian theatrical space and offers invaluable insights for theatre professionals, students, and scholars alike.