Abstract

Shakespeare, Theory and Performance is a pioneering collection of important essays that relate the abstract theory of Shakespearean criticism to the realities of performance. The collection covers a wide range of sources and inspirations, from classic literary, performance, and historical criticism to modern cultural theory, and brings together significant names from both spheres. They raise problems regarding the role of performance critique in contemporary, frequently conflicting debates about cultural materialism, new historicism, feminism, and deconstruction. This is an intriguing and fascinating book that will be essential reading for students and academics of literary and theatre studies.

Key words: Shakespearean, Theatre, India.