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Civic Repertory Plays
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Theater HistoryPlay AnthologiesPlays
ISBN13: 9781025560595
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 358
Weight: 1.10
Height: 0.74 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Civic Repertory Plays is a significant collection of theatrical works that represent the repertoire of the pioneering Civic Repertory Theatre in New York. Curated by the legendary actress and director Eva Le Gallienne, this volume showcases the diverse range of plays that defined the theater's mission to provide high-quality, accessible drama to a broad audience during the late 1920s.
The collection includes a selection of influential plays that were central to the theater's identity and success, offering a unique window into the artistic vision of Le Gallienne. She sought to challenge the commercialism of Broadway by fostering a permanent ensemble company dedicated to both classic and contemporary international drama. Readers and scholars of theater history will find valuable insights into the programming and aesthetic standards of one of the most important institutions in the history of American stagecraft. Civic Repertory Plays serves as a testament to the enduring impact of Le Gallienne's work and the vibrant cultural landscape of early twentieth-century American theater, preserving the spirit of a movement that transformed the New York stage.
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