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The Cambridge Introduction to Modern British Theatre

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Cambridge Introduction to Modern British Theatre
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Simon Shepherd
SeriesCambridge Introductions to Literature
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:268
Dimensions(mm): Height 228,Width 152
Category/GenreDrama
ISBN/Barcode 9780521690188
ClassificationsDewey:792.0941
Audience
Undergraduate
Illustrations 20 Halftones, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 19 November 2009
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

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 book is clearly divided into four sections: where it happens, who does it, what they make and why they do it. It discusses theatre buildings and theatre which refuses buildings; company organisation, ensembles and collectives, and different sorts of acting. A large section describes the major work done for the stage, from Shaw through to Complicite, via poetic drama, different sorts of realism and documentary drama. The Introduction stands apart from other accounts of modern British theatre by bringing together buildings, people and plays.

Author Biography

Simon Shepherd is Deputy Principal and Professor of Theatre at the Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London.