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Selected Plays of Dion Boucicault (Irish Drama Selections),New
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Dion Boucicault was a prominent playwright and prolific translator and adapter of foreign plays and novels for the Victorian commercial theatre for over forty years. Born in Dublin, he achieved his first West End success with London Assurance in 1841. His work frankly catered to contemporary taste and fell rapidly into neglect after his death in 1890. His lively observation of humanity in many moods and his unerring sense of what works on the stage have saved his plays from oblivion: there have been successful revivals in our own times by the Abbey Theatre, Dublin, Belfast's Lyric, and the Royal Shakespeare Company. The selection of his work in this volume stresses Boucicault's consummate craft as a writer for the theatre in the age of actormanagers and melodrama. It also reminds us of that Irish verve, charm and adroitness which made him the best playwright of his generation in England and America as well as Ireland. Arguably the father of both the Irish and American drama, his characteristic plotting and taste for sensation suggest that another of his heirs was the early movie industry.This selection contains the great success of his youth, London Assurance, together with his Preface; his durable version of the melodrama, The Corsican Brothers; his exciting American plantationplay, The Octoroon, with both its endings; and his fine Irish plays, The Colleen Bawn, The Shaughraun, and Robert Emmet. Dates of first performances and cast lists are given, as are the songs, music and a glossary for the Irish plays. There is also a selected bibliographical checklist. This selection of Boucicault's vast opus has been chosen and introduced by Professor Andrew Parkin.ABOUT THE EDITOR:Andrew Parkin teaches at the University of British Columbia. He has edited The Canadian Journal of Irish Studies since 1975. His other publications include Stage One: A Canadian Scenebook, The Dramatic Imagination of W.B.Yeats, and many articles and book reviews. A volume of his poems will be published in Canada later this year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Selected Plays of Dion Boucicault? A: The main theme of 'Selected Plays of Dion Boucicault' revolves around human emotions and societal issues, showcasing Boucicault's storytelling prowess through various dramatic situations and character dynamics.
- Q: Who is the editor of this collection? A: The editor of this collection is Professor Andrew Parkin, who teaches at the University of British Columbia and has extensive experience in Irish Studies.
- Q: What types of plays are included in this selection? A: This selection includes a variety of plays such as 'London Assurance', 'The Corsican Brothers', 'The Octoroon', 'The Colleen Bawn', 'The Shaughraun', and 'Robert Emmet', reflecting Boucicault's versatility and skill.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains a total of 407 pages, providing ample content for readers interested in Boucicault's works.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it has been previously owned but is still in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of 'Selected Plays of Dion Boucicault' was published on July 1, 1987.
- Q: What kind of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable for readers.
- Q: Are there any additional resources included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes dates of first performances, cast lists, songs, music, a glossary for the Irish plays, and a selected bibliographical checklist.
- Q: What makes Dion Boucicault a significant playwright? A: Dion Boucicault is considered significant due to his innovative contributions to Victorian theatre, his ability to adapt foreign works, and his influence on both Irish and American drama.
- Q: Is there any information about the editor's background in the book? A: Yes, the book provides details about Andrew Parkin's background, including his role as editor of The Canadian Journal of Irish Studies and his previous publications.