{"product_id":"performing-the-sacred-theology-and-theatre-in-dialogue-9780801029523","title":"Performing the Sacred: Theology and Theatre in Dialogue","description":"Christian theatre has rich roots, from ancient Hebrew dramas to medieval plays, but where does it fit in today's media-saturated society?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePerforming the Sacred \u003c\/i\u003eis a fascinating dialogue between a theologian and theatre artist, offering the first full-scale exploration of theatre and theology. The authors illuminate the importance of live performance in a virtual world, of preserving the ancient art form of storytelling by becoming the story. Theologically, theatre reflects Christianity's central doctrines--incarnation, community, and presence--enhancing the human creative experience and simultaneously engaging viewers on multiple levels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Engaging Culture series title will be a key volume for those interested in theatre as well as drama practitioners, worship leaders, and culture makers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Todd E. Johnson, Dale Savidge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Baker Academic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/01\/2009\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 176\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.60d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780801029523\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTodd E. Johnson\u003c\/b\u003e (PhD, University of Notre Dame) is the William K. and Delores S. Brehm Associate Professor of Worship, Theology, and the Arts at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Covenant Church and the editor of \u003ci\u003eThe Conviction of Things Not Seen\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cb\u003eDale Savidge\u003c\/b\u003e (PhD, University of South Carolina) is the executive director and founding member of Christians in Theatre Arts (CITA). He is professor of theatre and chair of the theatre arts department at North Greenville University and has traveled the world as a theatre artist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Academic","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":40214563061875,"sku":"9.78E+12","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/products\/img_623f32c4-0042-4ded-b8ca-940835ec592a.jpg?v=1656509845","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/performing-the-sacred-theology-and-theatre-in-dialogue-9780801029523","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}