Steppenwolf Theatre Company of Chicago : in their own words / John Mayer.
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TextSeries: Theatre makersPublisher: London : Bloomsbury Methuen Drama, 2016Description: 288 pagesContent type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9781474239455 (pbk.) :Subject(s): Steppenwolf Theatre Company -- History | Theatrical companies -- Illinois -- Chicago -- History | Performing Arts | Performing ArtsDDC classification: 792'.0977311 Summary: In 1974, a group of determined, young high school actors started doing plays under the name of Steppenwolf Theatre Company, eventually taking residence in the basement of a church in Highland Park, a suburb of Chicago. Thus began their unlikely journey to become one of the most prominent theatre companies in the world. Steppenwolf Theatre Company has changed the face of American Theatre with its innovative approach that blends dynamic ensemble performance, honest, straightforward acting, and bold, thought-provoking stories to create compelling theatre. This title chronicles this iconic theatre company, offering an account of its early years and development, its work, and the methodologies that have made it one of the most influential ensemble theatres today.
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In 1974, a group of determined, young high school actors started doing plays under the name of Steppenwolf Theatre Company, eventually taking residence in the basement of a church in Highland Park, a suburb of Chicago. Thus began their unlikely journey to become one of the most prominent theatre companies in the world. Steppenwolf Theatre Company has changed the face of American Theatre with its innovative approach that blends dynamic ensemble performance, honest, straightforward acting, and bold, thought-provoking stories to create compelling theatre. This title chronicles this iconic theatre company, offering an account of its early years and development, its work, and the methodologies that have made it one of the most influential ensemble theatres today.
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