The Theory of the Theatre, and Other Principles of Dramatic Criticism


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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 (5 hr 31 min)

Chapters

Preface 1:26 Read by Andrew Gaunce
What is a Play? 39:52 Read by Andrew Gaunce
The Psychology of Theatre Audiences 42:13 Read by Owlivia
The Actor and the Dramatist 19:11 Read by ToddHW
Stage Conventions in Modern Times 29:51 Read by Colleen McMahon
Economy of Attention in Theatrical Performances 8:01 Read by ToddHW
Emphasis in the Drama 25:51 Read by VocalPenguin
The Four Leading Types of Drama 10:38 Read by VocalPenguin
The Modern Social Drama 27:01 Read by VocalPenguin
The Public and the Dramatist 10:21 Read by Andrew Gaunce
Dramatic Art and the Theatre Business 9:50 Read by ToddHW
The Happy Ending in the Theatre 9:20 Read by Larry Wilson
The Boundaries of Approbation 6:02 Read by VocalPenguin
Imitation and Suggestion in the Drama 8:01 Read by thestorygirl
Holding the Mirror Up to Nature 15:34 Read by thestorygirl
Blank Verse on the Contemporary Stage 7:31 Read by ToddHW
Dramatic Literature and Theatric Journalism 12:03 Read by Owlivia
The Intention of Permanence 7:36 Read by VocalPenguin
The Quality of New Endeavor 6:25 Read by ToddHW
The Effect of Plays Upon the Public 8:44 Read by thestorygirl
Pleasant and Unpleasant Plays 8:28 Read by Larry Wilson
Themes in the Theatre 8:51 Read by thestorygirl
The Function of Imagination 8:38 Read by Andrew Gaunce