Historical Account of the Rise and Progress of the English Stage, and of the Economy and Usages of the Ancient Theatres in England - Softcover
Synopsis
This book chronicles the history of English theatre and the customs prevalent in the era before Shakespeare, a time when drama was relatively unknown and poorly received. Early religious dramas and the first performances in England were closely tied to religious festivals, often taking place in or near churches, with themes and stories that centered on biblical events. These early mystery plays, performed by monks or members of religious communities, progressed over time to include farcical interludes and humorous elements. As the plays grew in popularity and began incorporating more complex themes, they migrated from religious settings to schools and universities and eventually professional theater troupes and stages. The author includes fascinating descriptions of a morality play, a Christmas play, and a play about the life of Saint Catherine, providing insight into the form and content of these early theatrical productions. Ultimately, this book offers a comprehensive historical account of the development of English drama before Shakespeare, providing a valuable resource for scholars, theatre historians, and anyone interested in the origins of one of the world's most influential theatrical traditions.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Historical Account of the Rise and Progress of the...
Seller Image
Historical Account of the Rise and Progress of the English Stage
Print on DemandSeller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the history of English theatre and the customs prevalent in the era before Shakespeare, a time when drama was relatively unknown and poorly received. Early religious dramas and the first performances in England were closely tied to religious festivals, often taking place in or near churches, with themes and stories that centered on biblical events. These early mystery plays, performed by monks or members of religious communities, progressed over time to include farcical interludes and humorous elements. As the plays grew in popularity and began incorporating more complex themes, they migrated from religious settings to schools and universities and eventually professional theater troupes and stages. The author includes fascinating descriptions of a morality play, a Christmas play, and a play about the life of Saint Catherine, providing insight into the form and content of these early theatrical productions. Ultimately, this book offers a comprehensive historical account of the development of English drama before Shakespeare, providing a valuable resource for scholars, theatre historians, and anyone interested in the origins of one of the world's most influential theatrical traditions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333733094_0
Buy New
US$ 23.81
Free Shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Historical Account of the Rise and Progress of the English Stage, and of the Economy and Usages of the Ancient Theatres in England (Classic Reprint)
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333733094
Stock Image
Historical Account of the Rise and Progress of the English Stage, and of the Economy and Usages of the Ancient Theatres in England (Classic Reprint)
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333733094
Buy New
US$ 31.79
US$ 6.75 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 15 available