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First published in 1986, this Routledge Revivals edition provides a comprehensive guide to the major aspects of contemporary British theatre during the post-war period. Britain emerged as a world leader in theatrical innovation during these transformative years, with a remarkable surge in creative output from pioneering playwrights including John Osborne, Arnold Wesker, Samuel Beckett, Tom Stoppard and Harold Pinter. The volume explores how directors evolved into theatrical entrepreneurs whilst the medium of television opened new opportunities for writers such as Dennis Potter. This essential reference traces the experimental and diverse range of styles that defined post-war British theatre, making it invaluable for students, scholars and theatre enthusiasts seeking to understand this pivotal era in dramatic history.

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Comprehensive guide to post-war British theatre covering the major creative movements and developments of the era.

Detailed analysis of influential playwrights including John Osborne, Arnold Wesker, Samuel Beckett, Tom Stoppard and Harold Pinter.

Explores the rise of directors as theatrical entrepreneurs and their impact on post-war dramatic innovation.

Covers television drama and the work of writers like Dennis Potter who shaped both stage and broadcast entertainment.

Routledge Revivals edition preserves the original 1986 publication, offering scholarly insights into experimental and diverse theatrical styles.

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Release Date
01 April 2014
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14 October 2013

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