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Class, Culture and Tragedy in the Plays of Jez Butterworth

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Jez Butterworth's acclaimed plays reinvigorate traditional tragedy through a theatricalized working-class language, addressing contemporary British political and economic issues. His most powerful tragedies draw on myth and legend, using these narratives as a form of resistance against modern cultural crises. This book explores the evolution of Butterworth's work, highlighting how he combines popular and high-cultural elements to resonate with a broad audience, making significant contributions to contemporary theatre.

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Class, Culture and Tragedy in the Plays of Jez Butterworth, Sean McEvoy

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2020
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Title
Class, Culture and Tragedy in the Plays of Jez Butterworth
Language
English
Format
Hardcover
Pages
228
ISBN13
9783030627102
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Jez Butterworth's acclaimed plays reinvigorate traditional tragedy through a theatricalized working-class language, addressing contemporary British political and economic issues. His most powerful tragedies draw on myth and legend, using these narratives as a form of resistance against modern cultural crises. This book explores the evolution of Butterworth's work, highlighting how he combines popular and high-cultural elements to resonate with a broad audience, making significant contributions to contemporary theatre.