Playing with Perspectives: Games and Theatre

This chapter examines the methodological approaches in understanding gaming within theatrical narratives, focusing on phenomenology and its relevance to human experience. It highlights the intricate dynamics of card games in plays like 'A Woman Killed With Kindness' and 'Gammergurton's Needle', exploring themes of trust, betrayal, and the social fabric of relationships. Additionally, the discussion underscores the importance of both well-known and obscure works in enhancing academic discourse surrounding gaming and performance.