One-Act Plays for Stage and Study (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025881546)

"One-Act Plays for Stage and Study" is a comprehensive collection of short-form dramatic works curated for both theatrical performance and academic analysis. This anthology highlights the versatility of the one-act format, featuring a wide array of genres including comedy, tragedy, and social realism. By presenting scripts that are both performable and intellectually engaging, the volume serves as a vital resource for actors, directors, and students of dramatic literature.

The collection captures the creative energy of the early 20th-century stage, showcasing the craftsmanship involved in developing compelling characters and tight narratives within a limited timeframe. The works included provide insight into the thematic concerns and stylistic innovations of the era, illustrating how the one-act play emerged as a powerful medium for artistic expression. "One-Act Plays for Stage and Study" remains an important historical and practical guide for anyone interested in the development of modern drama and the art of stagecraft.

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