Wendy Wasserstein
Author | : Claudia Barnett |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 250 |
Release | : 2013-06-17 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781135660734 |
ISBN-10 | : 1135660735 |
Rating | : 4/5 (35 Downloads) |
Download or read book Wendy Wasserstein written by Claudia Barnett and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-06-17 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wendy Wasserstein: A Casebook contains in-depth discussions of the playwright's major works, including her recent play 1 An American Daughter. Wasserstein's plays and essays are explored within diverse traditions, including Jewish storytelling, women's writing, and classical comedy. Critical perspectives include feminist, Bakhtinian, and actor/director. Comparisons with other playwrights, such as Rachel Crothers, Caryl Churchill, and Anton Chekhov, provide context and understanding. An interview with the playwright and an annotated bibliography are included.