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Jerzy grotowski grotowskis hteatre made its debut in the united states under the auspices of the brooklyn academy of music in the fall of share your thoughts with other customers. Feb 04, vanessa rated it really liked it recommends it for. Jun 12, 2019 a must read for every theatre professional and anyone interested in becoming an actor or other theatre professional. Editions of towards a poor theatre by jerzy grotowski. Get free acting in theater textbook and unlimited access to our library by created an account. Towards a poor th eatre i am a bit impatient when asked, what is the origin of your experimental theatre productions.
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