Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
John Gielgud John Gielgud Sheridan Morley As dramatic and captivating as one of Sir John's many performances, this authorized biography is an intimate and fully rounded portrait of an unforgettable actor and a remarkable man. OL15843597W
Shakespeare's theatre Shakespeare's theatre C. Walter Hodges Examines how the pagan festivals and religious dramas performed throughout England evolved into the professional theaters, such as the Globe, in London. OL1923433W
Performing Chekhov Performing Chekhov Allen, David Performing Chekhov is a unique guide to Chekhov's plays in performance. Drawing on extensive interviews with actors, directors, and designers, it offers in-depth case studies of a number of significa… OL455100W
Public and performance in the Greek theatre Public and performance in the Greek theatre Peter D. Arnott Peter Arnott discusses Greek drama not as an antiquarian study but as a living art form. He removes the plays from the library and places them firmly in the theatre that gave them being. Invoking the… OL4643568W