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Explore the nuanced world of Australian theatre with 'Australian Theatre, Modernism and Patrick White'. This essential read delves deep into the cultural and artistic influences that shaped the works of celebrated playwright Patrick White. With a focus on the rejection of his pivotal plays at the Adelaide Festival of Arts during the 1960s, this book reveals how modernist themes interact with the evolving identity of Australian drama. White's plays, 'The Ham Funeral' and 'Night on Bald Mountain', exemplify a rich tapestry of theatrical innovation that transcends their time, making a compelling argument for their relevance today. This book not only highlights the rejection of White's works but also underscores his significant contributions to global modernism, inviting readers to witness the intersection of theatre and cultural sovereignty. Authored by eminent scholars Denise Varney and Sandra D'Urso, this publication serves as a vital resource for students, theatre enthusiasts, and scholars. With its brand-new condition and publication by Anthem Press in 2018, it promises a fresh perspective on the intricate relationships within Australian arts. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9781783088355.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781783088355
Year: 2018
Publisher: Anthem Press
Description:
The story of the rejection of two Patrick White plays by the Adelaide Festival of Arts in the early 1960s.
'This timely book emphasizes the vitality of Patrick White's plays and his contribution to current Australian theatre. Although White's 1973 Nobel Prize was for his novels, Denise Varney and Sandra D'Urso present a compelling and detailed case for the drama's enduring status. Their thoughtful exploration of the 1960s rejection of White's drama reveals a radical challenge to types of modernist governance and sovereignty including the Australian separation from British culture.' — Peta Tait FAHA, Emeritus Professor, Theatre and Drama, HUSS, La Trobe University, Australia
'Australian Theatre, Modernism and Patrick White details the rejection of two Patrick White plays —The Ham Funeral and Night on Bald Mountain.'— by the Adelaide Festival of Arts in Australia in the early 1960s
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781783088355
Year: 2018
Publisher: Anthem Press
Description:
The story of the rejection of two Patrick White plays by the Adelaide Festival of Arts in the early 1960s.
'This timely book emphasizes the vitality of Patrick White's plays and his contribution to current Australian theatre. Although White's 1973 Nobel Prize was for his novels, Denise Varney and Sandra D'Urso present a compelling and detailed case for the drama's enduring status. Their thoughtful exploration of the 1960s rejection of White's drama reveals a radical challenge to types of modernist governance and sovereignty including the Australian separation from British culture.' — Peta Tait FAHA, Emeritus Professor, Theatre and Drama, HUSS, La Trobe University, Australia
'Australian Theatre, Modernism and Patrick White details the rejection of two Patrick White plays —The Ham Funeral and Night on Bald Mountain.'— by the Adelaide Festival of Arts in Australia in the early 1960s