description: Explores the thematic similarities and parallels between the dramas of William Shakespeare and the operas of Richard Wagner. While the influence of Shakespeare on the early works of Wagner is widely recognized (and therefore treated rather summarily here), the author argues that strong evidence exists that Shakespeare was as influential on the later work as Greek drama was. After exploring Wagner's own writings on Shakespeare's art, the main body of the work explores Shakespearean features in the mature works, particularly the Ring of the Nibelung cycle. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
language: English
title: The Influence of Shakespeare on Richard Wagner
titlecomplete: The Influence of Shakespeare on Richard Wagner (Studies in the History & Interpretation of Music)
publisher: Edwin Mellen Pr