1990, ISBN: 9780521315555

A revised and updated version of Modern British Drama, 1890-1990, now covering the whole twentieth century, this was the first one-volume analysis of English playwriting to cover the most… Plus…

A revised and updated version of Modern British Drama, 1890-1990, now covering the whole twentieth century, this was the first one-volume analysis of English playwriting to cover the most exciting and productive period in British Theatre from its inception to today. Through detailed discussions of major dramatists and plays, Innes traces the evolution of modernism from Bernard Shaw to Patrick Marber and Sarah Kane, and theatrical developments over the whole century. Includes information on the social and political environment surrounding the plays, first productions, and critical reception, plus chronology, illustrations from key performances, lists of playwrights and works, and selective bibliographies. An invaluable guide for students, theatre-goers and theatre historians.; Poetry, Drama & Criticism, Cambridge University Press<

1990, ISBN: 9780521315555

This is the first one-volume analysis of British drama covering the most dynamic and exciting period in its history, from 1890 to 1990. Through detailed discussions of all the major drama… Plus…

This is the first one-volume analysis of British drama covering the most dynamic and exciting period in its history, from 1890 to 1990. Through detailed discussions of all the major dramatists and their plays, Christopher Innes traces the evolution of modernism from Bernard Shaw to the present, providing valuable information on the social and political environment surrounding the plays, first productions and critical receptions, with the focus on writers rather than directors or actors. Key elements in modern British drama are explored, including naturalistic social drama, comedy, poetic or symbolist drama, and feminist theater. Media > Book, [PU: Cambridge University Press]<