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During early colonial times, traveling actors and troupes from London took the first tentative steps in establishing America's theatrical tradition. The nation's history of theater evolved slowly, but the nineteenthcentury development of an authentic American theatrical voice gave rise to a growing number of noteworthy indigenous playwrights by the early 1900s. This carefully edited volume charts the progress of the American theater between 1787 and 1911, with a chronological selection of 16 of the best works from that period:The Contrast, Royall Tyler (1787)Superstition, James N. Barker (1824)Charles the Second, John Howard Payne and Washington Irving (1824)Fashion, Anna Cora Mowatt (1845)Uncle Tom's Cabin, George L. Aiken (1852)The Octoroon, Dion Boucicault (1859)The Count of Monte Cristo, Charles Fechter (1883)The MouseTrap, William Dean Howells (1889)Secret Service, William Gillette (1896)The Great Divide, William Vaughn Moody (1906)The New York Idea, Langdon Mitchell (1906)The Truth, Clyde Fitch (1907)The Witching Hour, Augustus Thomas (1907)Salvation Nell, Edward Sheldon (1908)The Easiest Way, Eugene Walter (1909)The Scarecrow, Percy MacKaye (1911)Representative rather than comprehensive, this highly readable volume combines familiar but historically important plays with less wellknown pieces for a fascinating introduction to early American drama.Note: As all these plays are copyrightfree, they can be performed without fee or permission by professional and amateur groups.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Best Plays of the Early American Theater' about? A: 'Best Plays of the Early American Theater' is a compilation that explores the development of American theater from 1787 to 1911. It features 16 significant plays that illustrate the evolution of theatrical traditions in the United States.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by John Gassner, a noted figure in theater history and criticism.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains a total of 784 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on June 13, 2000.
- Q: Is this edition abridged or unabridged? A: This edition is unabridged, meaning it presents the plays in their entirety.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Very Good' condition, indicating that it has been well-maintained.
- Q: Can I perform the plays included in this book? A: Yes, since all the plays in this collection are copyright-free, they can be performed without any fees or permissions.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the 'History & Criticism' category, focusing on the historical context and critical analysis of early American theater.
- Q: Are there any notable plays included in this collection? A: Yes, the collection includes notable plays such as 'Uncle Tom's Cabin' by George L. Aiken and 'Fashion' by Anna Cora Mowatt.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both professional and amateur theater groups? A: Absolutely, the book serves as a valuable resource for both professional and amateur theater groups looking to explore early American plays.