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Category Archives: Books
Helen Krich Chinoy’s Book Gives Insider’s Look at the Group Theatre
Jonathan Mandell reports on Helen Krich Chinoy’s book, The Group Theatre
The Life, Career of Bob Fosse Resurrected in Sam Wasson’s ‘Fosse’
Michael Bloom examines the latest biography on Bob Fosse
New Book on National Theatre Features the Feud Between Laurence Olivier and Peter Brook
An excerpt from the new book, “The National Theatre Story” features the feud between Laurence Oliver and Peter Brook.
New Books Create a Step-By-Step Process for the Arts of the Stage
Wendy Smith reviews several new instructional books on stage arts.
Performer Ron Athey Receives Due Credit In New Catalogue Raisnee
Controversial performer get his due after public scorn from the media and U.S. Congress.
Thinking Like a Critic
Matthew Irwin makes a case for arts journalism in the 21st century.
Ground-Breakers and Musical Makers, From Mamoulian to Harburg to Robbins
Two books celebrate an undersung directorial genius, while two others look at a path-finding lyricist and a seminal show.
Shakespeare Is for Everyone, and There’s a Different Book for Each Reason Why
Enthusiasm for the ‘miraculous language’ of the Bard shows no signs of abating—nor do arguments about his legacy and contemporary relevance.
Behind the Renaissance Man: A Review of ‘In Two Minds: A Biography of Jonathan Miller’
The book examines Miller’s efforts to pursue a career in theatre and practice medicine.
