Sustainable Theatre: Theory, Context, Practice
Sustainable Theatre: Theory, Context, Practice examines how theatre and performing arts intersect with climate and environmental concerns. It brings together international case studies and coverage of policy, operations, theatre-making, education, touring, and storytelling, making it relevant to both practitioners and researchers.
At a glance
- Covers sustainability in theatre policy, organizational practice, infrastructure, education, touring, and performance-making.
- Uses international case studies and interviews, including organizations in London, Sydney, Göteborg, and the United States.
- Addresses how climate concerns shape theatre as storytelling, both on stage and beyond.
Reference price: $35.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- Broad coverage connects institutional sustainability with practical theatre-making and touring.
- International case studies offer examples from several types of performing arts organizations.
- The book is aimed at a wide range of sector roles, from artists and technicians to managers, scholars, and educators.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Methuen Drama |
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| Publication date | May 18, 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 256 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1350215708 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1350215702 |
| Weight listed | 13.6 ounces |
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| Dimensions | 6.14 x 0.54 x 9.21 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Theatre and performing arts professionals exploring environmental sustainability in their work or organizations.
- Arts leaders, policy-makers, administrators, technicians, and educators seeking sector-wide context.
- Students and scholars researching climate, culture, and performance.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general climate-science reference rather than a theatre-focused discussion.
- Buyers who need a narrow, step-by-step manual for a single production task.
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Frequently asked questions
What subjects does this book cover?
It discusses the performing arts sector's response to environmental and climate concerns, including policy, organizational operations, theatre-making, education, touring, and storytelling.
Does the book include practical examples?
Yes. The listing describes international case studies and interviews involving theatre and opera organizations and individual practitioners.
Who is the book intended for?
It is presented for theatre and performing arts professionals, including policy-makers, leaders, managers, administrators, technicians, artists, scholars, and educators.
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