First published in 1981; this book represents the first work in English to give a comprehensive account of the revolutionary developments in German theatre from the decline of Naturalism through the Expressionist upheaval to the political theatre of Piscator and Brecht. Early productions of Kaiserrsquo;s From Morning till Midnight and Tollerrsquo;s Transfiguration are presented as examples of Expressionism. A thorough analysis of Piscatorrsquo;s Hoppla; Such is Life! And Brechtrsquo;s Man show the similarities and differences in political theatre. In addition; elements of stage-craft are examined mdash; illustrated with tabulated information; an extensive chronology; and photographs and designs of productions.
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