This book investigates the contemporary performance of early modern plays by dramatists other than Shakespeare. The volume brings together academics, teachers, and practitioners to explore modern productions of plays by Marlowe, Webster, and Jonson, among others. It examines performances in both Britain and America, featuring interviews with directors, analyses of stage and screen adaptations, and appendices detailing professional and amateur productions. The book considers the intellectual and practical challenges inherent in staging these plays for today's audiences.

The book is structured as a collection of essays and analyses, suggesting a scholarly and practice-oriented approach to the subject. The inclusion of diverse voices from academia and the performing arts indicates an intention to provide a comprehensive overview of contemporary early modern drama performance. The focus on directors' interviews and production details points to a practical engagement with the material, likely appealing to students, scholars, and theater professionals interested in the challenges and innovations of staging these plays.