Publication

1994-12-21 - Routledge

Language

English

Word Count

41,500 words, Guess

Page Count

166 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • DDC792/.082
  • LCCPN1590.W64 A88 1995

Description

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.

First Sentence

In recent years feminism has proved, and is still proving, a vital and energizing challenge to the male bias of teaching and research across a wide range of academic disciplines.

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