Broadway Theatre

<p>'Broadway' has been the stuff of theatrical legends for generations. In this fascinating and affectionate account of a unique theatrical phenomenon Andrew Harris takes an intriguing look at both the reality <em>and</em> the myth behind the heart and soul of American Drama<br><em>Broadway Theatre</em> explores:<br> * the aims and achievements of such major figures as Tennessee Williams Eugene O'Neill and David Mamet<br> * the processes a play goes through from preliminary draft to opening night<br> * the careful balancing between aesthetic ideals and commercial considerations<br> * the place of producers reviewers agents and managers and their contribution to the process<br> * the relationship between acting styles and writing syles for Broadway plays</p>