Once upon a time; the London theatre was a charming mirror held up to cosiness. Then came Joan Littlewood; smashing the glass; blasting the walls; letting the wind of life blow in a rough; but ready; world. Today; we remember this irresistible force with love and gratitude. (Peter Brook)Along with Peter Brook; Joan Littlewood; affectionately termed The Mother of Modern Theatre; has come to be known as the most galvanising director of mid-twentieth-century Britain; as well as a founder of so many of the practices of contemporary theatre. The best-known work of Littlewoods company; Theatre Workshop; included the development and premieres of Shelagh Delaneys A Taste of Honey; Brendan Behans The Hostage and The Quare Fellow; and the seminal Oh What A Lovely War.This autobiography; originally published in 1994; offers an unparalleled first-hand account of Littlewoods extraordinary life and career; from illegitimate child in south-east London to one of the most influential directors and practitioners of our times. It is published along with an introduction by Philip Hedley CBE; previously Artistic Director of Theatre Royal Stratford East and Assistant Director to Joan Littlewood.
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