Publisher's Synopsis
Lee provides a comprehensive insight into important topics within modern Korean theatre and conducts an in-depth evaluation of the major discourses that shaped Korean theatre during the 20th century. The book adopts a topical approach to explore modern Korean theatre through a more focused lens. Examining key subjects such as Korean adaptations of Shakespeare, the National Theatre, Feminist Theatre, and the intercultural potential of a Far Eastern Theatrical Bloc, it provides a rigorous understanding of the evolution of Korean theatre during the 20thcentury and explores the chronological history of theatre and the moments of rupture and innovation within. A vital resource of interest to scholars and students interested in East Asian culture and theatre, specifically Korean culture.
