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Explore the evolution of British performance during a transformative era with this academic study by Maggie B. Gale. Covering the years 1900 to 1939, the book examines how stage and screen industries shaped social identity during a period defined by political uncertainty and social unrest. This work moves beyond simple performance analysis to look at the connection between the body, citizenship, and surveillance. By analyzing the material cultures of the time, the text provides a deep look into how people engaged with entertainment during these early decades of the twentieth century. It is an essential resource for students and researchers interested in the social history of the arts and the development of modern media industries.

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Covers the transformative period of British performance from 1900 to 1939.

Analyzes the relationship between performance, citizenship, and surveillance.

Uses diverse primary sources including fan magazines, trade journals, and autobiographies.

Examines the impact of social unrest and political uncertainty on the arts.

Provides a detailed look at both stage and screen industries of the early twentieth century.

Integrates archival holdings, popular sketches, and plays to build a social history.

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04 December 2019
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01 August 2019

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