'Five plays from around the country which illustrate that the rich tradition of indigenous storytelling is flourishing in contemporary Australian theatre.' (Source: Australianplays.org)
The topic explores the diversity of theatrical activity in the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe from 1930 onwards. The topic investigates key directors, theatre companies and theatrical styles and considers their impact on contemporary theatre. It also examines theories of staging and performance, discusses landmark productions and evaluates the ensuing critical debates.