London Stage in the Nineteenth Century
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London Stage in the Nineteenth Century by Robert Tanitch
Just like Robert Tanitch's critically acclaimed book on the London stage in the twentieth century, this wonderful new book is 'fascinating - absolutely wonderful for finding what you aren't looking for'. Presented chronologically, the concise and well-crafted entries describe all of the major new plays and revivals, great actors, famous performances and spectacular productions, with a wicked sprinkling of acerbic reviews and spicy criticism. Over 250 contemporary illustrations of theatres, actors, playbills and productions help evoke the dramatic atmosphere of a period in which the lavish was expected - including erupting volcanoes, one performance with a cast of 650, and a reconstruction of Henley Regatta, complete with real boats and 200 tons of water. This is a joyous celebration of 100 years of all things theatrical. A total pleasure to dip into - and a real feast for the eye - this book is a must for theatre-lovers the world over.
ROBERT TANITCH, playwright, author, critic, had the first professional production of one of his plays while he was still up at Oxford. His comedies include Call It Love (London and Vienna), Came the Knight (directed by Trevor Nunn at Belgrade Theatre, Coventry) and Highly Confidential (starring Hermione Gingold in London). His comedy sketches are featured on the Internet. He has written and directed the cassette series, Shakespeare Interviews. He has been the Old Vic's education projects director and has lectured on Shakespeare and theatre in England, Australia, Indonesia and Kenya. He is the author of sixteen acclaimed books on theatre and film, including Ralph Richardson: A Tribute, Oliver, Ashcroft, Gielgud, Dirk Bogarde, Guinness, John Mills, Brando, Clint Eastwood, The Unknown James Dean, Oscar Wilde on Stage and Screen, and London Stage in the 20th Century.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781859362082 |
| ISBN 10 | 1859362087 |
| Title | London Stage in the Nineteenth Century |
| Author | Robert Tanitch |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Carnegie Publishing Ltd |
| Year published | 2010-05-28 |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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