Canadian drama and the critics
By: compiled and edited by L.W. Conolly ; associate editor, D.A. Hadfield.
Contributors: Conolly, L. W.; Hadfield, D. A.
Edition: Rev. ed.
Publisher: Talonbooks
Published: 1995
Place of publication: Vancouver
Language: eng
Number of pages: 383
Subjects: Canadian drama -- History and criticism.; Criticism -- Canada.
Description: "The editor of this lively, updated assortment of reviews, interviews and other critical deliberations on contemporary Canadian drama has gathered material from books, theatre and scholarly journals; from major daily newspapers in Canada and abroad; from critics, academics, journalists and playwrights." "In his concise introduction, Conolly argues that readers and theatregoers, as well as professional critics, can contribute significantly to the development of a vital Canadian theatre: Indeed, it is our responsibility to respond actively to scripts and productions, "as we respond to all else that truly matters in our lives - with a genuine effort to understand, appreciate, and judge." Canadian Drama and the Critics encourages the reader to become involved in this process; it is also an enjoyable read that offers an intelligent, wide-ranging overview of modern Canadian plays and playwrights." "An ideal companion text to Talonbooks' Modern Canadian Plays Vols. I and II and other anthologies of Canadian drama, Canadian Drama and the Critics also includes detailed production information for the premiere of each play and a comprehensive index."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.