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The Story of Ireland's National Theatre: The Abbey Theatre Dublin
The Story of Ireland's National Theatre: The Abbey Theatre Dublin is a comprehensive historical account of the Abbey Theatre in Dublin, Ireland. Written by Dawson Byrne, the book traces the origins of the theatre from its founding in 1904 to the present day, detailing its role in shaping Irish culture and identity. The book covers the early years of the theatre, its successes and controversies, and its role in the Irish nationalist movement. It also explores the contributions of key figures such as W.B. Yeats, Lady Gregory, and John Millington Synge, as well as the impact of the theatre on Irish drama and literature. Through a combination of archival research and interviews with past and present members of the theatre, Byrne provides a fascinating insight into the Abbey Theatre's rich history and its ongoing significance as a cultural institution in Ireland. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish theatre, history, and culture.1929. Contents: Irish Drama in Quest of a Home; The Theatre Royal Opera House; The Abbey Opens; The Abbey Players on Tour and at Home; The Playboy of the Western World; From the Parting of the Fays to the Death of Synge; John Millington Synge-A Review; Forward!; The Abbey Players������� First Visit to America; Winning Their Way; The St. John Ervine Episode at the Abbey; Changes of Management; Sensations and Successes; Sean O�������Casey; An Ancient and Some Moderns; The Year 1928; and Keeping in Touch with the Original Irish Players.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Book Details
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: Apr 1st, 2005
- Pages: 228
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.52in - 0.75lb
- EAN: 9781417907496
- Categories: • Theater - History & Criticism• Europe - Ireland