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Theatre Acting of English Women
The often-repeated statement that women were banned from the stages of English theatres until King Charles II changed the rules is not entirely accurate. more...
Broadway Plays of Thomas Mitchell
Thomas Mitchell was one of those amazing actors during Hollywood's Golden Age who could take on any role and make audiences believe in his character. more...
Notoriously superstitious, theatrical people adhere to many beliefs, the origins of which are often unknown. more...
Comedie Francaise, Moliere, and King Louis XIV
Comedie Francaise, started by Moliere, was officially founded in 1680 by royal decree of King Louis XIV, and performs to this day. more...
Sisters Fanny and Carlotta Addison
English sisters followed in their father Edward's footsteps onto the theatrical stages of England. more...
Performer Catherine Clive of Drury Lane
Catherine "Kitty" Clive was a prime audience favorite during her forty years on the British stage. more...
Restoration of Restoration Theatre in Dublin
Excavation revealed artifacts and old structural sections during preliminary stage of theatre restoration that is supported by actor Liam Neeson. more...
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A Potted Biography of Constantin Stanislavski
By: David Chadderton
A brief summary of the life of the Russian actor and director who formulated the actor training 'system' at the heart of most modern western theatre and cinema. more...
A Potted Biography of Edward Gordon Craig
By: David Chadderton
Edward Gordon Craig was born into the theatre and transformed it with his ideas on set, costume and lighting design, despite being very difficult to work with. more...
A Potted Biography of Antonin Artaud
By: David Chadderton
Artaud spent most of his life in asylums and never had a successful production in his lifetime but was one of the most influential figures on twentieth century culture. more...
By: Jenny Ashford
The early 20th century venue was famous for its gruesome scenes of violence, but comedies and dramas were also common fare. more...
Raisin In The Sun Celebrates 50 years.
By: Tien Providence
On March 11th 1959 Raisin In The Sun opened at Broadway's Ethel Barrymore theatre. It was a landmark moment for its writer and the African American community. more...
Maxine Elliott, Stage Star of the Last Century
By: Anya Laurence
It was said that she was a restless little girl who wanted something good for herself . She succeeded in having a great career, her own theatre and a million dollars. more...
Theatre Royal Drury Lane and London Palladium
By:
Frances Spiegel
With summer holidays fast approaching it's time to plan interesting days out. Apply now for free back-stage tours of two of London's most iconic and historic theatres. more...
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