Curtain Time: The Story Of The American Theatre (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781104839277)

Curtain Time: The Story Of The American Theatre is a comprehensive book that delves into the history of theatre in America, from its earliest origins to the modern day. Written by Lloyd Morris, this book covers everything from the earliest colonial productions to the emergence of Broadway and the rise of modern theatre. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different era in American theatre. The first section covers the earliest days of theatre in America, including the first productions of Shakespearean plays and the development of the first American playwrights. The second section covers the rise of Broadway and the emergence of the modern American theatre, including the work of playwrights such as Tennessee Williams and Arthur Miller. In addition to exploring the history of American theatre, Curtain Time also provides insights into the cultural and social forces that have shaped the development of theatre in America. The book examines the impact of the Civil War, the Great Depression, and World War II on American theatre, as well as the role of theatre in shaping American identity and culture. Overall, Curtain Time is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the history of American theatre. Whether you are a theatre enthusiast or simply interested in the cultural history of America, this book is sure to captivate and inform.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Lloyd Morris
ISBN-10: 110483927X
ISBN-13: 9781104839277
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/23/2009
Pages: 398
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d