Pirandello Six Characters in Search of an Author |
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| Author:
| Lorch, Jennifer |
| Contribution by:
| Robinson, Michael |
| Series title: | Plays in Production Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-521-64618-5 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2004 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $38.99 |
Book Description:
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Since its explosive premiere in Rome in 1921, Six Characters in Search of an Author has gained worldwide recognition. Pirandello's challenge to the very notion of stage representation was taken up by the leading directors of the time and changed the way theatre perceives itself. Jennifer Lorch examines the impact of the play through close analysis of individual productions in the context of theatre history and practice. The book includes a chronology of the most important productions,...
More DescriptionSince its explosive premiere in Rome in 1921, Six Characters in Search of an Author has gained worldwide recognition. Pirandello's challenge to the very notion of stage representation was taken up by the leading directors of the time and changed the way theatre perceives itself. Jennifer Lorch examines the impact of the play through close analysis of individual productions in the context of theatre history and practice. The book includes a chronology of the most important productions, bibliography and illustrations from major productions.