Meyerhold's Theatre of the Grotesque: The Post-revolutionary Productions, 1920-1932
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Author Description
This book spans the work of Meyerhold from his opening of the First Theatre of the R.S.F.S.R. with "The Dawns" in 1920 to his last productions in 1931 just prior to the advent of official Socialist Realism.
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THE THESIS
This book investigates the theatrical innovations and artistic direction of Vsevolod Meyerhold during a pivotal period in Soviet history, focusing on his productions between 1920 and 1932. James M. Symons examines Meyerhold's work from the establishment of the First Theatre of the R.S.F.S.R. to the cusp of Socialist Realism's dominance. The study details the evolution of Meyerhold's signature
THE SCOPE MAP
- Analysis of Meyerhold's post-revolutionary productions from 1920 to 1932.
- Examination of the transition from early Soviet theatre to the imposition of Socialist Realism.
- Exploration of Meyerhold's theatrical techniques and aesthetic principles, particularly the 'grotesque'.
- Discussion of the socio-political context influencing Soviet theatre during this era.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This scholarly work is recognized for its detailed examination of Vsevolod Meyerhold's influential theatrical period. It provides a crucial historical account of his productions and their artistic context. The book is valued for its in-depth analysis of a significant figure in 20th-century theatre.
Page Count:
230
Publication Date:
1973-01-01
Publisher:
Rivers Press
ISBN-10:
0950249564
ISBN-13:
9780950249568
History
Non-Fiction
Art History
Russian History
Performance Studies
Theatre History
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