Theorizing Black Theatre: Art Versus Protest in Critical Writings, 1898-1965 by

Description: Theorizing Black Theatre by Henry D. Miller A critical examination of black theatre artists and theorists of the twentieth century. Among others, it analyses the works of Langston Hughes, W.E.B Dubois, Alain Locke, Lorraine Hansberry, Amiri Baraka, Adrienne Kennedy, Sydney Poitier, and August Wilson. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The rich history of African-American theatre has often been overlooked, both in theoretical discourse and in practice. This volume seeks a critical engagement with black theatre artists and theorists of the twentieth century. It reveals a comprehensive view of the Art or Propaganda debate that dominated twentieth century African-American dramatic theory. Among others, this text addresses the writings of Langston Hughes, W.E.B. DuBois, Alain Locke, Lorraine Hansberry, Amiri Baraka, Adrienne Kennedy, Sidney Poitier, and August Wilson. Of particular note is the manner in which black theory collides or intersects with canonical theorists, including Aristotle, Keats, Ibsen, Nietzsche, Shaw, and ONeill. Author Biography Henry D. Miller is a veteran of the 1960s and 1970s black theatre movement. A director and playwright, he has written broadly about American theatre. Table of Contents Table of ContentsAcknowledgments viiiForeword by James V. Hatch Preface Introduction I. The Dawn of Black Dramatic Theory and the Art or Propaganda Debate Goes Public, 1898–1916 II. "The New Negro" and the High Harlem Renaissance: Core of 20th Century Black Dramatic Theory, 1917–1929 III. Black Theory in the Great Depression and Beyond, 1930–1949, Part I IV. Black Theory in the Great Depression and Beyond, 1930–1949, Part II V. Civil Rights vs. Integration and the Persistence of Art-Theatre Drama, 1950–1959 VI. The Rise of Black Arts Theory and the Persistence of Art-Theatre Drama, 1960–1965 VII. Back to the Future: Conclusion Chapter Notes Bibliography Index Review "Theorizing Black Theatre is the kind of book that you keep in your backpack and take out on the subway with pen in hand so you can take notes. Every couple of pages you will go over enough material to constitute an undergrad course in African American theatre and dramaturgy. Miller gives us a whole new look at our country and begins to undo the damage that segregation has done to our historical perspective"—African American Playwrights Exchange; "this book can be rightfully described as a milestone...deserves a place in every library, academic to public"—Broadside. Review Quote " Theorizing Black Theatre is the kind of book that you keep in your backpack and take out on the subway with pen in hand so you can take notes. Every couple of pages you will go over enough material to constitute an undergrad course in African American theatre and dramaturgy. Miller gives us a whole new look at our country and begins to undo the damage that segregation has done to our historical perspective"-- African American Playwrights Exchange ; "this book can be rightfully described as a milestone...deserves a place in every library, academic to public"-- Broadside . Details ISBN0786459379 Author Henry D. Miller Short Title THEORIZING BLACK THEATRE Language English ISBN-10 0786459379 ISBN-13 9780786459377 Media Book Format Paperback Subtitle Art Versus Protest in Critical Writings, 1898-1965 Place of Publication Jefferson, NC Country of Publication United States Illustrations notes, bibliography, index Year 2010 AU Release Date 2010-11-23 NZ Release Date 2010-11-23 UK Release Date 2010-11-23 Pages 284 DEWEY 812.509896073 Audience Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Audience Age 18 Publisher McFarland & Co Inc Publication Date 2010-12-07 Imprint McFarland & Co Inc US Release Date 2010-12-07 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135083518;

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