What is the significance of theatre and performance within Irish culture and history? How do we understand the impact and political potential of Irish theatre?
This innovative survey of theatre in Ireland covers a range of drama and performance, from the 17th century to the present. Expanding the field of Irish theatre to include mumming, wake games, prison protests and theatre riots, the book argues that Ireland's longstanding association with performance illuminates key aspects of its cultural history and politics. This compact and affordable book provides an innovative introduction to Irish theatre and cultural history.
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What is the significance of theatre and performance within Irish culture and history? How do we understand the impact and political potential of Irish theatre?
This innovative survey of theatre in Ireland covers a range of drama and performance, from the 17th century to the present. Expanding the field of Irish theatre to include mumming, wake games, prison protests and theatre riots, the book argues that Ireland's longstanding association with performance illuminates key aspects of its cultural history and politics. This compact and affordable book provides an innovative introduction to Irish theatre and cultural history.
Imprint | Methuen Drama |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Series | Theatre And |
Release date | March 2010 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | 2010 |
Authors | Fiona Shaw, Lionel Pilkington |
Dimensions | 178 x 111 x 7mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 96 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-230-57462-5 |
Barcode | 9780230574625 |
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LSN | 0-230-57462-9 |