Broadway has been the stuff of theatrical legends for generations. In this fascinating and affectionate account of a unique theatrical phenomenon; Andrew Harris takes an intriguing look at both the reality and the myth behind the heart and soul of American Drama Broadway Theatre explores: * the aims and achievements of such major figures as Tennessee Williams; Eugene ONeill and David Mamet * the processes a play goes through from preliminary draft to opening night * the careful balancing between aesthetic ideals and commercial considerations * the place of producers; reviewers; agents and managers and their contribution to the process * the relationship between acting styles and writing syles for Broadway plays
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Im writing a historical novel about 1895 New York City ...By Sicily GirlIm writing a historical novel about 1895 New York City. The pictures and descriptions of the buildings are so helpful to the details of my novel; which make it richer and more believable. This is a real must for historians of that era.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A rare collection of some of the oldest photographs of New York CityBy Rama RaoI am interested in the history of New York City; particularly Manhattan. There are several books on this topic that presents a good discussion of the history of the city; through photographs; as it evolved through 19th and 20th centuries. This book stands out as one of the few that goes as far back as 1853 with meticulously re-touched and upgraded pictures that are delightful for many enthusiasts like me. The book covers New York City from 1853-1901 with 196 wonderful photographs: You will find pictures of the great 1888 New York City Blizzard; Lincolns funeral procession; historic buildings; and the whole works. French photographer Victor Prevosts wax paper negatives made in 1853 and 1854; perhaps the oldest remaining view of the city; is included in this book. Some of my favorites include; Battery and East River waterfront area; the Broadway area north of 14th Street around Midtown Manhattan; East and West of Fifth Avenue area; Washington Square area and Central Park. In this book; you see people and life as the city passes through winters summers; happy times sad times. They are not just photographs but a cultural history of a city that never sleeps.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great Pictures; Great Book!By Frances BrunnerNot only is this an interesting and well-documented collection of photographs; I would recommend it for anyone who is researching their genealogy and have relatives who lived in New York during that time period. It will really help you to understand how your relatives lived; what conditions were like; and the institutions that served them.For those who now live in these areas; you will be surprised and pleased to see how it was; back in the day!