Feminist Theaters in the USA is a fresh; informative portrait of a key era in feminist and theater history It is vital reading for feminist students; theater historians and theater practitioners. Their continued movement forward will be challenged and enriched by this timely look back at the trials and accomplishments of their predecessors. Canning interviews over thirty women who took part in the dynamic feminist theater of the 1970s and 1980s. They provide first-hand accounts of the excitement; struggles and innovations which formed their experience. From this foundation Cannning constructs a compelling combination of historical survey; critique and celebration which explores: * The history of the groups and their formation * The politics which shaped their work * Their methods and creative processes * The productions they brought to the stage * The reception from critics and audiences
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. UnbalancedBy NitaFocuses too much on the relationship between art and economics instead of showing us the actual art.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good read. But the title doesnt quite match the context :)By iryna stadnikVery polemic.... I found myself spending time on searching for words in vocabulary twice as much as usual; as English is not my first language. Couldve been written in a more simple language indeed. But has interesting views and points. Would recommend to a friend. Agree with the previous reviews; that the book is not much of a "Contemporary art Introduction"; as an essay on how art is juxtaposed with economy; money etc.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Quick read to understand artBy BobIts like a good refresher course in art history. I led the format of the book great for reference purposes.