Theory of the Theatre, and Other Principles of Dramatic Criticism

Theory of the Theatre, and Other Principles of Dramatic Criticism

LibriVox · Audiobook · 23 episodes

A collection of essays by American critic Clayton Hamilton concerning theatre & dramatic practices, and the criticism thereof, from an early 20th century perspective. - Summary by Andrew Gaunce

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Episodes

Preface

Episode 0 · 1:26
What is a Play?

Episode 1 · 39:52
The Psychology of Theatre Audiences

Episode 2 · 42:13
The Actor and the Dramatist

Episode 3 · 19:11
Stage Conventions in Modern Times

Episode 4 · 29:51
Economy of Attention in Theatrical Performances

Episode 5 · 8:01
Emphasis in the Drama

Episode 6 · 25:51
The Four Leading Types of Drama

Episode 7 · 10:38
The Modern Social Drama

Episode 8 · 27:01
The Public and the Dramatist

Episode 9 · 10:21
Dramatic Art and the Theatre Business

Episode 10 · 9:50
The Happy Ending in the Theatre

Episode 11 · 9:20
The Boundaries of Approbation

Episode 12 · 6:02
Imitation and Suggestion in the Drama

Episode 13 · 8:01
Holding the Mirror Up to Nature

Episode 14 · 15:34
Blank Verse on the Contemporary Stage

Episode 15 · 7:31
Dramatic Literature and Theatric Journalism

Episode 16 · 12:03
The Intention of Permanence

Episode 17 · 7:36
The Quality of New Endeavor

Episode 18 · 6:25
The Effect of Plays Upon the Public

Episode 19 · 8:44
Pleasant and Unpleasant Plays

Episode 20 · 8:28
Themes in the Theatre

Episode 21 · 8:51
The Function of Imagination

Episode 22 · 8:38