The Cambridge Introduction to Modern British Theatre

by Simon Shepherd and Simon Shepherd

Book Overview

British theatre has long been regarded as a world-leader in terms of its quality, creativity and range. Starting in 1900, this book introduces the features that characterise modern and current British theatre. These features include experimental performances under motorways alongside plays by Stoppard and Ayckbourn, amateur theatre and virtual spaces, the emergence of the director, the changing role of writers and political and community shows. The...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521690188
• ISBN13: 9780521690188
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.9" x 8.8"