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Explore a new theoretical foundation for the presentist movement in Shakespeare studies with this scholarly work from Routledge. James O'Rourke provides a compelling rationale for why presentist readings of Shakespeare are not anachronistic, offering a fresh perspective on how these texts function in a modern context. By utilizing a Brechtian aesthetic of "naive surrealism" as a performative model for the early modern, urban, public theater, the author examines the relationship between Shakespeare's language and the stage. The book analyzes how nonillusionist performance devices and live audiences interact with the text. This volume is an essential resource for students and scholars interested in drama, theater history, and the evolving methodologies of Shakespearean criticism.

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Provides a theoretical rationale for the emerging presentist movement within the field of Shakespeare studies.

Uses close readings to demonstrate that presentist interpretations are not anachronistic.

Applies a Brechtian aesthetic of "naive surrealism" to model the early modern urban public theater.

Examines the connection between Shakespeare's words and nonillusionist performance devices on the early modern stage.

Analyzes the relationship between theatrical texts and the experience of live audiences.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
12 January 2012
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08 March 2011

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