Brecht on Theatre: The Development of an Aesthetic
by Bertolt Brecht

Name: Brecht on Theatre: The Development of an Aesthetic
Brand: Bertolt Brecht
SKU: 9780809005420
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What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the depth and scholarly nature of this collection of Brecht's writings, highlighting its significance for understanding his development of epic theatre and alienation. Many find it an essential read for theatre professionals and artists, with valuable insights and engaging discussions from Brecht himself. However, some note that the complexity can be challenging without prior familiarity with Brecht's plays and theories.

Deep insights into Brecht's theoriesEssential for theatre professionalsScholarly and comprehensive collectionFascinating essays and discussionsComplexity can be challenging for beginners

Synopsis

This volume offers a major selection of Bertolt Brecht's groundbreaking critical writing.

Here, arranged in chronological order, are essays from 1918 to 1956, in which Brecht explores his definition of the Epic Theatre and his theory of alienation-effects in directing, acting, and writing, and discusses, among other works, "The Threepenny Opera, Mahagonny, Mother Courage, Puntila, "and "Galileo."

Also included is "A Short Organum for the Theatre," Brecht's most complete exposition of his revolutionary philosophy of drama.

Translated and edited by John Willett, "Brecht on Theater" is essential to an understanding of one of the twentieth century's most influential dramatists.