Routledge The Revolution in German Theatre 1900-1933 Book

Explore the transformative era of German drama with The Revolution in German Theatre 1900-1933 by Routledge. This text provides the first comprehensive account in English regarding the major shifts in theatre history, covering the period from the decline of Naturalism through the Expressionist movement to the rise of political theatre. Readers can study specific historical examples, including early productions of Kaiser's From Morning till Midnight and Toller's Transfiguration to understand Expressionism. The book also offers a detailed comparison of political theatre by analyzing Piscator's Hoppla, Such is Life! and Brecht's Man. By examining these works alongside various elements of stage-craft, this volume serves as an essential resource for students and scholars of theatre history and performance studies.