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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