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The Mass Drama

The Mass Drama

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Paperback

Theater HistoryPlay Anthologies

ISBN10: 1025330307
ISBN13: 9781025330303
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 118
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Mass Drama is a significant exploration of collective theatrical expression during a transformative era in the performing arts. This collection captures the diverse perspectives and dramatic works that define the movement away from traditional individualistic narratives and toward the power of the crowd and the synchronization of the masses. Examining the intersection of stagecraft, sociology, and political identity, the volume highlights the early 20th-century shift toward pageantry and large-scale performances designed to engage and represent entire communities.

Through these selections, the work documents the evolving techniques of the modern stage, where the ensemble takes center stage as the primary protagonist and the traditional boundary between performer and spectator is frequently challenged. The Mass Drama serves as a vital record of artistic experimentation during the 1920s and 1930s, reflecting the social upheavals and the search for a new, communal artistic language. It provides deep insights into the use of spectacle as a tool for cultural cohesion and ideological expression. Students of theatrical history and dramatic theory will find this a compelling look at a period when the theater was reimagined as a grand public forum for the collective spirit.

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