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Six Plays
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025989105
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 544
Weight: 2.06
Height: 1.19 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Six Plays is a definitive collection of dramatic works by the legendary American playwright, director, and producer David Belasco. Renowned for his pioneering contributions to theatrical realism and his innovative approach to stagecraft, Belasco's writing captures the grand spectacle and emotional intensity of the early twentieth-century stage. This volume brings together a selection of his most influential plays, showcasing a mastery of atmosphere and narrative that captivated audiences of his time.
The collection features several of Belasco's most famous works, including Madame Butterfly, The Du Barry, The Darling of the Gods, Adrea, The Girl of the Golden West, and The Return of Peter Grimm. From the tragic beauty of Japanese settings to the rugged frontiers of the American West, these plays explore themes of love, honor, sacrifice, and the supernatural. Each work reflects Belasco's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to blend melodrama with psychological depth.
As a cornerstone of American dramatic literature, Six Plays provides invaluable insight into the evolution of modern theater. It remains a vital resource for scholars of performance history and readers interested in the rich heritage of the American stage.
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