The Federal Theatre Project: A Case Study (Cambridge Studies in American Theatre and Drama)

Witham, Barry B.

ISBN 10: 0521822599 / ISBN 13: 9780521822596

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2003

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Federal Theatre Project: A Case Study (Cambridge Studies in American Theatre and Drama)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521822599
• ISBN 13: 9780521822596
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Like New
• Book Type: book

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Synopsis

Drawing upon archival resources, official correspondence and personal interviews, this book provides a detailed examination of the U.S. Federal Theatre Project in the decade of the 1930s. It recreates the often chaotic but frequently exhilarating story of "Uncle Sam" as producer. Special attention is given to the controversial Negro unit; the prize-winning production of See How They Run; and the mass spectacles which attempted to incorporate Hallie Flanagan's vision of a truly national project rooted in local culture.

About the Author

Barry B. Witham is Professor at the School of Drama, University of Washington.