{"title":"Peter Brook","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection featuring the works of Peter Brook, a pioneering force in the world of theatre. Renowned for his avant-garde productions and innovative techniques, Brook has left an indelible mark on both stage and screen. His profound understanding of theatrical art forms and his ground-breaking approach to storytelling have earned him a prominent place in the annals of performance history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the highlights of this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Shifting Point\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling read that delves into Brook's rich journey through the dramatic arts. Categorised under Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, this book offers an intimate glimpse into his creative processes, personal reflections, and his unwavering dedication to the craft of theatre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Brook's works serve not only as an inspiration to theatre enthusiasts but also as an educational resource for those interested in exploring the intricate layers of performance art. Whether you're a seasoned theatre lover or new to the world of drama, Brook's writings provide invaluable insights and a deeper appreciation of the transformative power of theatre.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-shifting-point-by-mr-peter-brook-9781350069428","title":"The Shifting Point","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHailed as 'the theatrical event of this century' (\u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e), Peter Brook's unique dramatization of India's great epic poem, \u003ci\u003eThe Mahabharata\u003c\/i\u003e, played to ecstatic audiences worldwide. In \u003cem\u003eThe Shifting Point\u003c\/em\u003e, one of theatre's great visionaries assesses the lessons of his pioneering work from his brilliant debut at Stratford and the West End in the 1960s to the triumphant success of \u003ci\u003eThe Mahabharata\u003c\/i\u003e. With the bravura and insight of a great practitioner and explorer, he reveals some of the inspiration behind his extraordinary career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePublished in Bloomsbury's Revelations series, Brook's account covers many of the groundbreaking productions that cemented his reputation as 'one of the artistic geniuses of our time' (\u003ci\u003eSan Francisco Herald\u003c\/i\u003e): his controversial productions of \u003ci\u003eKing Lear\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eRomeo and Juliet\u003c\/i\u003e; the three-month period in Africa which culminated in \u003ci\u003eThe Conference of the Birds\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eMarat\/Sade\u003c\/i\u003e; filming \u003ci\u003eKing Lear\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLord of the Flies\u003c\/i\u003e, and the epic \u003ci\u003eThe Mahabharata\u003c\/i\u003e. With Brook's reflections on the problems of Shakespeare and opera, and on a range of modern theatre artists including Grotowski, Gordon Craig, and Samuel Beckett, \u003cem\u003eThe Shifting Point\u003c\/em\u003e provides a uniquely revealing account of four decades of artistic exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'The great thing about Brook is that, in a medium where others provide answers, he keeps asking questions. This sage and stimulating book shows that, inside a sophisticated adult mind, lurks the intemperate curiosity of a child; which is the mark of genius.' (Michael Billington, \u003ci\u003eListener\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846635311340,"sku":"9781350069428","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18606563482668.jpg?v=1758916190"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/peter-brook.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}