Edith Craig and the Theatres of Art

by Katharine Cockin

Book Overview

This new biography explores the extraordinary life of Edith Craig (1869-1947), her prolific work in the theatre and her political endeavours for women's suffrage and socialism. At London's Lyceum Theatre in its heyday she worked alongside her mother, Ellen Terry, Henry Irving and Bram Stoker, and gained valuable experience. She was a key figure in creating innovative art theatre work. As director and founder of the Pioneer Players in 1911 she supported...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1472570626
• ISBN13: 9781472570628
• Release Date: January 2017
• Publisher: Methuen Drama
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"