The Tear is a series of fascinating short essays about world theatre, past, present and future. They give intriguing new insights into the development and understanding of art and human expression. Taking us on an compelling journey through world arts and theatre – from China and India to England – the author brings us inside what has really inspired and motivated great works. It is both a celebration of theatre in its many forms and a reflection upon our time and theatre today. The book concludes with a visionary chapter called, ‘The Tear – searching for the theatre of tomorrow'.
