Shakespeare and german reunification: the interface of politics and performance
Auteur :
Oliver, Emily
Éditeur :
Peter Lang Ltd
ISBN :
9781787070707
Date de publication :
27 sept. 2017
Dimensions :
22,5 x 15,0 cm
Poids :
550 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This book explores the relationship between politics and Shakespeare performance in East Germany before, during and after reunification in 1990. The book examines political and aesthetic censorship before reunification, and financial difficulties in its aftermath, asking what role Shakespeare played for Germans both within and beyond the theatre.