Victorian Spectacular Theatre 1850-1910
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Michael R Booth
Binding: Hardback
Published: Routledge Kegan & Paul, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Michael R Booth's Victorian Spectacular Theatre 1850-1910 chronicles the vibrant and often extravagant theatrical landscape of late 19th-century Britain. This scholarly work uncovers the elaborate staging techniques, technological advancements, and popular appeal that defined the era's dramatic productions. It presents a detailed examination of pantomime, melodrama, and other forms of spectacular entertainment, illustrating their profound impact on audiences and the development of modern theatre. Booth argues for the significant cultural role these grand performances played, shaping public taste and reflecting societal changes. The text details the evolution of stagecraft and performance, offering an authoritative account of a pivotal period in theatre history.
Author: Michael R Booth
Binding: Hardback
Published: Routledge Kegan & Paul, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Michael R Booth's Victorian Spectacular Theatre 1850-1910 chronicles the vibrant and often extravagant theatrical landscape of late 19th-century Britain. This scholarly work uncovers the elaborate staging techniques, technological advancements, and popular appeal that defined the era's dramatic productions. It presents a detailed examination of pantomime, melodrama, and other forms of spectacular entertainment, illustrating their profound impact on audiences and the development of modern theatre. Booth argues for the significant cultural role these grand performances played, shaping public taste and reflecting societal changes. The text details the evolution of stagecraft and performance, offering an authoritative account of a pivotal period in theatre history.