The Politics of the Pantomime: Regional Identity in the Theatre, 1860-1900
- ISBN-10
- 1902806883
- ISBN-13
- 9781902806884
- Category
- Musical theater
- Pages
- 269
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011
- Publisher
- Univ of Hertfordshire Press
- Author
- Jill Alexandra Sullivan
Description
Focuses on the variety and independence of pantomime in the provinces, especially Nottingham, Birmingham, and Manchester. Explores official and local censorship and the relationships between local theaters, managers, authors and audiences.
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