An Introduction to Feminism and Theatre

ISBN-13: 9780415087698 / Angielski / Miękka / 1994 / 176 str.

Elaine Aston;Aston Elaine

Opis

This book offers an accessible introduction to the relationship between feminism and theatre. Aston discusses wide-ranging theoretical topics and provides case studies on: feminism and theatre history; French feminist theory and theatre; black women - shaping feminist theatre; performing gender - a materialist practice; and colonial landscapes. Feminist thought is changing the way theatre is taught and practised. This book is intended for anyone who needs a precise and insightful guide to this field.

Recenzje

'... this book is brilliant. It is one of a few textbooks that I could read straight through ...' - Veronica Baxter, Zululand Univ

Spis treści

1. Background: Feminism and Theatre Studies Part I: Feminist Approaches to Theatre 2. Finding a Tradition: Feminism and Theatre History 3. Feminist Theories of Representation: The Case Against Realism 4. M/Othering the Self: French Feminist Theory and Theatre 5. Staging Feminism(s) 6. `Black Women': Shaping Feminist Theatre 7. Performing Gender: A Materialist Practice Part II: Case Studies 8. The `Prisonhouse of Criticism': Susan Glaspell 9. `Bodily Harm' 10. Colonial Landscapes 11. Performing Romantic Criticism: Case Study and Conclusion

O autorze

Elaine Aston