Broadway Theatre (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780415105200)

'Broadway' has been the stuff of theatrical legends for generations. In this fascinating and affectionate account of a unique theatrical phenomenon, Andrew Harris takes an intriguing look at both the reality and the myth behind the heart and soul of American Drama
Broadway Theatre explores:
* the aims and achievements of such major figures as Tennessee Williams, Eugene O'Neill and David Mamet
* the processes a play goes through from preliminary draft to opening night
* the careful balancing between aesthetic ideals and commercial considerations
* the place of producers, reviewers, agents and managers and their contribution to the process
* the relationship between acting styles and writing syles for Broadway plays

Author: Andrew Harris
ISBN-10: 041510520X
ISBN-13: 9780415105200
Publisher: Routledge
Language: English
Published: 01/06/1994
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.98lbs
Size: 9.18h x 6.15w x 0.52d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 05/01/1994 pg. 106
Publishers Weekly 03/21/1994 pg. 67