Piscator founded the Workshop after emigrating to New York, having collaborated with Brecht to create "epic theatre" in Germany. The Piscator Notebook documents the author Malina's intensive and idiosyncratic training at Piscator's school.
Judith Malina Books
Judith Malina was a driving force behind The Living Theatre, an avant-garde ensemble renowned for its experimental and uncompromising approach to performance. Alongside Julian Beck, she co-founded a theatrical institution that consistently pushed boundaries and challenged societal conventions. Her work explored the potential for radical artistic expression to provoke thought and inspire change. Malina's legacy is defined by her unwavering commitment to a politically charged and transformative vision of theatre.
Full Moon Stages: Personal Notes from 50 Years of the Living Theatre
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Judith Malina's memoir offers a unique glimpse into her life as a cofounder of The Living Theater, a radical political troupe. Through personal notes penned on each full moon over 50 years, she shares her intimate thoughts and experiences from 1964 to 2014. These entries provide insight into her creative process and the troupe's performances across various countries, including Italy, France, and Brazil, highlighting her role as a prominent female figure in the counterculture movement of the mid-20th century.
Having Loved
- 108 pages
- 4 hours of reading
The book chronicles Judith Malina's remarkable journey as a pioneering figure in avant-garde theatre, highlighting her founding of the Living Theatre with Julian Beck in 1947. It details her extensive work as a director and actress in over sixty productions, including notable works by Williams and Brecht, as well as original collective creations. Following personal losses, Malina's resilience is evident as she continues to innovate in theatre, while also contributing through her writings, including plays and poetry, reflecting her artistic vision and social consciousness.
Judith Malina veröffentlicht am Lebensende ihre Notizen zu Erwin Piscator, dem prägenden Lehrer des politischen Theaters. Das Buch würdigt Piscators Einfluss auf das US-amerikanische Theater und dokumentiert Malinas Erfahrungen im Dramatic Workshop. Es beleuchtet die Verbindung zwischen Piscators Erbe und dem Living Theatre.