Indigenous North American drama

Description:

Responding to an increasing need for critical perspectives and methodologies, this collection traces the historical dimensions of Native North American drama through overviews of major developments, individual playwrights' perspectives, and in-depth critical analyses. Bringing together writers and scholars from the United States, Canada, and Europe, Indigenous North American Drama provides the first comprehensive outline of this vibrant genre. It also acknowledges the wide diversity of styles and perspectives that have helped shape contemporary Native North American theater itself. This interdisciplinary introduction offers a basis for new readings of Native American and First Nations literature at large.

subjects: Indian authors,  Indians of North America,  Intellectual life,  History and criticism,  American drama,  Indian theater,  History and criticism,  Collective memory in literature,  Canadian drama,  History,  Indians in literature,  DRAMA,  American,  American drama, indian authors,  American drama, history and criticism, 20th century,  American drama, history and criticism, 21st century,  Canadian drama, history and criticism,  Indians of north america, intellectual life,  Theater, united states, history,  Theater, canada

Places: United States,  Canada

Times: 20th century,  21st century