African American Theater is a vibrant and unique entity enriched by ancient Egyptian rituals, West African folklore, and European theatrical practices. A contin

This second edition of Historical Dictionary of African American Theater reflects the rich history and representation of the black aesthetic and the significanc

The 50-year period from 1880 to 1929 is the richest era for theater in American history, certainly in the great number of plays produced and artists who contrib

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A series of interviews with prominet producers, directors, choreographers, designers, dancers, and actors who tell the history of African American culture in Ch