A History of East African Theatre, Volume 1

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Focusing on the Horn of Africa, this groundbreaking study explores the theatre of Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia, highlighting their significant political and commercial impact over the past century. It reveals how these theatres, often overlooked, thrive through local languages and hybrid forms, reflecting and privileging indigenous cultural expressions. This comprehensive analysis spans nine nations, emphasizing the unique contributions of these regions to African theatre and their role in shaping local and transnational narratives.