Modern Irish Theatre

Through Analysis Of Both Major Irish Dramas And The Artists And Companies That Performed Them, Emgt;modern Irish Theatrelt;emgt; Provides An Engaging And Accessible Introduction To Twentieth-century Irish Theatre: Its Origins, Dominant Themes, Relationship To Politics And Culture, And Influence On Theatre Movements Around The World. By Looking At Her Subject As A Performance Rather Than A Literary Phenomenon, Trotter Captures How Irish Theatre Has Actively Reflected And Shaped Debates About Irish Culture And Identity Among Audiences, Artists, And Critics For Over A Century.this Text Provides The Reader With Discussion And Analysis Of: Significant Playwrights And Companies, From Lady Gregory To Brendan Behan To Marina Carr, And From The Abbey Theatre To The Lyric Theatre To Field Day; Major Historical Events, Including The War Of Independence, The Troubles, And The Social Effects Of The Celtic Tiger Economy; Critical Methodologies: How Postcolonial, Diaspora, Performance, Gender, And Cultural Theories, Among Others, Shed Light On Irish Theatrersquo;s Political And Artistic Significance, And How It Has Addressed Specific National Concerns.because Of Its Comprehensiveness And Originality, Emgt;modern Irish Theatrelt;emgt; Will Be Of Great Interest To Students And General Readers Interested In Theatre Studies, Cultural Studies, Irish Studies, And Political Performance.