The relationship between speech and gesture in the works of Richard Wagner. Influence of the recitation and declamation practices of his time

Authors

  • Martin Knust

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26512/dramaturgias24.52128

Keywords:

Richard Wagner, Theatrical Declamation, Gestures

Abstract

The following is a translation of part of the introduction to Martin Knust’s Sprachvertonung und Gestik in den Werken Richard Wagners. The book presents an in-depth study of the relationship between vocal action and gesture in Richard Wagner. It shows how Wagner drew on the theatrical traditions of his time to realize his proposals for a new musical drama.

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Published

2023-12-30

How to Cite

Knust, M. (2023). The relationship between speech and gesture in the works of Richard Wagner. Influence of the recitation and declamation practices of his time. Dramaturgies, (24), 156–200. https://doi.org/10.26512/dramaturgias24.52128

Issue

No. 24 (2023): Wagner and Theatre

Section

Dossiê

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Copyright (c) 2023 Martin Knust

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