Computers as Theatre (2nd Edition)
In Computers as Theatre (2nd Edition), Brenda Laurel applies theatrical concepts to human-computer interaction, advocating for designs that engage users emotionally and narratively. This updated edition explores how interactive media can deliver compelling experiences, blending art, technology, and performance to inspire innovative digital interfaces.
About This Book
Computers as Theatre, in its second edition, presents a visionary approach to designing interactive media. Author Brenda Laurel draws on principles from theatre to illustrate how computers can create immersive and meaningful experiences for users.
The book emphasizes the role of narrative and emotional engagement in technology, challenging traditional views of computing as mere functionality. It explores how design can evoke responses similar to those in live performances.
Updated for contemporary digital landscapes, this edition addresses evolving technologies while maintaining core ideas about human-centered interaction. Laurel's work continues to influence designers and developers seeking to make technology more intuitive and expressive.
Through examples and theoretical frameworks, the text bridges art and engineering, offering practical insights for creating systems that resonate on a human level.
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