This book provides an accessible yet sophisticated introduction to the significant philosophical issues concerning the performing arts.</p><ul><li><div>Presents the significant philosophical issues concerning the performing arts in an accessible style, assuming no prior knowledge</div></li><li><div><p>Provides a critical overview and a comprehensive framework for thinking about the performing arts</p></div></li><li><div><p>Examines the assumption that classical music provides the best model for thinking about artistic performance across the performing arts</p></div></li><li><div><p>Explores ways in which the 'classical paradigm' might be extended to other musical genres, to theatre, and to dance</p></div></li><li><div><p>Applies the thinking on performing arts to the issue of 'performance art'</p></div></li></ul>