An Introduction to Feminism and Theatre

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At last an accessible and intelligent introduction to the energising and challenging relationship between feminism and theatre. In this clear and enlightening book, Aston discusses wide-ranging theoretical topics and provides case studies including: * Feminism and theatre history * `M/Othering the self': French feminist theory and theatre * Black women: shaping feminist theatre * Performing gender: a materialist practice * Colonial landscapes Feminist thought is changing the way theatre is taught and practised. An Introduction to Feminism and Theatre is compulsory reading for anyone who requires a precise, insightful and up-to-date guide to this dynamic field of study.

subjects: Fe minisme et the a tre,  Women in the theater,  Theater,  Toneel,  The a tre fe ministe,  Feminism and theater,  Feminisme,  Frauentheater,  Feminist theater,  Femmes,  Feminismus,  Au the a tre,  Art,  Nonfiction,  Performing Arts,  Feminism and the arts,  Féminisme et théâtre,  Théâtre féministe,  Femmes au théâtre,  General,  Pn1590.w64 a88 1995,  792/.082