Judith Malina Book order

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.

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.

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.