Theatres Of The Left: 1880-1935: Workers' Theatre Movements In Britain And America

Theatres Of The Left: 1880-1935: Workers' Theatre Movements In Britain And America

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Author: Raphael Samuel, Ewan Maccoll And Stuart Cosgrove
Binding: Paperback
Published: Routledge & Kegan Paul., 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Theatres Of The Left: 1880-1935: Workers' Theatre Movements In Britain And America presents a compelling historical account of the vibrant workers' theatre movements that flourished in Britain and America between 1880 and 1935. This scholarly work uncovers the political and social forces that shaped these radical performance groups, illustrating their significant role in advocating for social change. It chronicles the innovative theatrical forms and narratives employed by these movements, detailing their efforts to give voice to the working class. The text argues for the enduring legacy of these theatrical endeavors, positioning them as crucial cultural expressions of their era.

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Author: Raphael Samuel, Ewan Maccoll And Stuart Cosgrove
Binding: Paperback
Published: Routledge & Kegan Paul., 1985

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Theatres Of The Left: 1880-1935: Workers' Theatre Movements In Britain And America presents a compelling historical account of the vibrant workers' theatre movements that flourished in Britain and America between 1880 and 1935. This scholarly work uncovers the political and social forces that shaped these radical performance groups, illustrating their significant role in advocating for social change. It chronicles the innovative theatrical forms and narratives employed by these movements, detailing their efforts to give voice to the working class. The text argues for the enduring legacy of these theatrical endeavors, positioning them as crucial cultural expressions of their era.