This book investigates the pivotal period of Italian theater between 1959 and 1967, examining the emergence of new theatrical forms and their philosophical underpinnings. Luca Borgia analyzes the transition from established dramatic structures to more experimental and avant-garde approaches that characterized this era. The work focuses on how these shifts reflected broader cultural and societal changes in post-war Italy.

This work is positioned as a scholarly examination of a specific, dynamic period in Italian theater history. Its focus on phenomenology suggests an academic approach, likely appealing to students and researchers of theater studies, performance art, and Italian cultural history. The detailed chronological scope indicates a comprehensive treatment of the subject matter.