English Medieval Theatre - 14001500

Originally published in 1986, this volume illuminates the predominant theatrical styles of a particular period in dramatic history. It does this by reconstructing - as far as conjecture permits - the manner in which five major plays of the late Middle Ages might have been staged in fifteenth-century Britain. The author draws on his experience in producing medieval plays to discuss the business of staging in a novel way. General conclusions are drawn from specific examples and the qualities which give medieval English drama its idiosyncratic features and appeal are characterized.

Product details

• Authors: William Tydeman, Tydeman William
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 08.05.2025
• EAN: 9781041013075
• ISBN: 978-1-0-4101307-5
• No. of pages: 234
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: Medieval Culture, Society, & Religion
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Middle Ages; England, ART / European, PERFORMING ARTS / Theater / History & Criticism, PERFORMING ARTS / Theater / Stagecraft & Scenography, Theatre Studies, Medieval History, 15th century, c 1400 to c 1499, Performance Art, History and Archaeology, 16th century, c 1500 to c 1599, European history: medieval period, middle ages, HISTORY / Europe / Medieval