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The author considers a recent revival of the political instinct among many British playwrights, focusing on the ethical stance of their work. She compares writing in 2013 and 2014 to that of the 1980s and other decades. She suggests that "however charming, most new plays lack a spirited, angry...

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Published in:Contemporary theatre review 2014-01, Vol.24 (1), p.129-131
Main Author: Sierz, Aleks
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
British drama
Political dramas
Politics & the theater
Trends
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Summary:The author considers a recent revival of the political instinct among many British playwrights, focusing on the ethical stance of their work. She compares writing in 2013 and 2014 to that of the 1980s and other decades. She suggests that "however charming, most new plays lack a spirited, angry voice."
ISSN:1048-6801