This first-of-its kind collection includes a wide range of works, from an early examination and critique of American society after World War II to plays that reflect socio-political concerns that kept pace with historical events, like the sit-in demonstrations, the bus boycotts, black nationalism, and the women's liberation movement. A hybrid of comedic forms including satire, farce, comedy of manners, romantic comedy, dark comedy, and tragicomedy are presented through vernacular language, stand-up performance art, masks, broad humor, as well as the minstrel show. Essays, articles and interviews complement this critical edition.
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- Author:
- Various Authors
- ISBN 10:
- 1557832781
- Pages:
- 514
- Publisher:
- Applause Books
- Publication Date:
- April 1, 2000
- Binding:
- Paperback
- Weight:
- 1.42lbs