Throughout the nineteenth century, people heard more music in the theatre—accompanying popular dramas such as Frankenstein, Oliver Twist, Uncle Tom’s Cabin,

The riveting story of the rivalry between the two most renowned actresses of the nineteenth century: legendary Sarah Bernhardt, whose eccentricity on and off th

Summaries of 133 modern plays, ranging from Strindberg to Albee.

Critical introductions to a range of literary topics and genres. Looking back on 20th century British drama from its' historical, social and political perspecti