An Introduction to Feminism and Theatre
Author | : Elaine Aston |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 172 |
Release | : 2003-09-02 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781134882250 |
ISBN-13 | : 1134882254 |
Rating | : 4/5 (254 Downloads) |
Download or read book An Introduction to Feminism and Theatre written by Elaine Aston and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2003-09-02 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At last an accessible and intelligent introduction to the energising and challenging relationship between feminism and theatre. In this clear and enlightening book, Aston discusses wide-ranging theoretical topics and provides case studies including: * Feminism and theatre history * `M/Othering the self': French feminist theory and theatre * Black women: shaping feminist theatre * Performing gender: a materialist practice * Colonial landscapes Feminist thought is changing the way theatre is taught and practised. An Introduction to Feminism and Theatre is compulsory reading for anyone who requires a precise, insightful and up-to-date guide to this dynamic field of study.