Hill, Errol.

A history of African American theatre / Errol G. Hill and James V. Hatch. - Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2005. - ill. - Cambridge studies in American theatre and drama ; 18 .

Originally published: 2003.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nearly two & a half centuries of African American theatre are covered in this text, which presents a comprehensive history of styles, including vaudeville, cabaret, musicals & opera. Shows by white playwrights performed by African American casts are included.

Specialized.

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African American theater--History.
American drama--African American authors--History and criticism.
African Americans in the performing arts--History.

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