A History of Chinese Theatre in the 20th Century III

The twentieth century was a dynamic period for the theatrical arts in China, with booming urban theatres, the interaction between commercial practice and theatre, dramas staged during the War of Resistance against Japan, and a healthy dialogue between Western and Eastern theatres. A History of Chinese Theatre in the 20th Century, Volume IV: National Policies for the Culture Industry and Practice of Chinese Theatre from 1949 to the Great Leap Forward, examines the tension between the new nations principle of letting one hundred flowers bloom and the theatrical industry as a tool for ideological propaganda. It is an essential guide for scholars and students in the history of the arts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 294 pages
Publication date: 09 January 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The theatrical arts in China experienced a remarkable transformation during the twentieth century, marked by a surge in urban theaters, the interplay between commercial practices and the arts, the production of plays during the War of Resistance against Japan, and a fruitful exchange between Western and Eastern theatrical traditions. This period was truly momentous, thanks to a multitude of factors.

To capture the essence of this dynamic era, the four volumes of A History of Chinese Theatre in the 20th Century offer a comprehensive exploration of the development of Chinese theater over the past hundred years. In this particular volume, the focus is on the national policies that were formulated for the culture industry and the practice of Chinese theater from 1949 to the period of the Great Leap Forward.

The author delves into the intricate relationship between the new nations principle of allowing one hundred flowers to bloom and the theatrical industry, which was often used as a tool for ideological propaganda. He argues that the transition from the war-time conditions to the new social structure of peace time was far from complete and stable. This volume is a valuable resource for scholars and students in the fields of art history, particularly the history of Chinese theater. It provides a thorough and insightful account of this significant period, offering valuable insights into the cultural, social, and political dynamics of the time.

In conclusion, the twentieth century was a transformative period for the theatrical arts in China, marked by a surge in urban theaters, the interplay between commercial practices and the arts, the production of plays during times of conflict, and the exchange of ideas between Western and Eastern theatrical traditions. A History of Chinese Theatre in the 20th Century, Volume IV: National Policies for the Culture Industry and Practice of Chinese Theater from 1949 to the Great Leap Forward, provides a comprehensive exploration of this remarkable era, offering valuable insights into the cultural, social, and political dynamics of the time.

Weight: 580g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367773984