Profusely illustrated with photographs, computer renderings and architectural drawings, "Performing Architecture" explores fifty of today's finest performance spaces, as well as recently refurbished, restored and transformed buildings. A brief introduction traces the post-war development of theatre and concert hall design, and sets out the circumstances today that have led to such a rich provision for performance. Buildings featured range from Frank Gehry's landmark Disney Opera House in Los Angeles to the quieter Unicorn Theatre for Children in London; and from the Tenerife Opera House by Santiago Calatrava to the Guangzhou Opera House, China, by Zaha Hadid. A celebratory study, this book showcases some of the most exhilarating buildings of our time.
- ISBN10 1858942799
- ISBN13 9781858942797
- Publish Date 20 October 2006
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 4 May 2013
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Merrell Publishers Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 240
- Language English