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This volume presents a broad picture of the theatrical controversies, developments, and talents of the 1970s. Among the many topics discussed are the avant-garde's stretching of the traditional boundaries, the redefinition of the musical theatre, the expansion of Off Off-Broadway productions, institutionalized and subsidized productions, the economic turnaround of the commercial theatre, and the rise of many talented young actors and director. This is the first comprehensive account of the New York theatre of the 1970s.Leiter, Samuel L. is the author of 'Ten Seasons New York Theatre in the Seventies' with ISBN 9780313249945 and ISBN 0313249946.
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