Adaptation and Nation

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Focusing on modern theatrical adaptations, this book examines how classic plays are reinterpreted in contemporary British and Irish settings. It highlights the political and cultural implications of these shifts, revealing resonances between the original texts and their new contexts. Through the works of notable playwrights like Martin McDonagh and Sarah Kane, the analysis covers both famous and lesser-known adaptations. Additionally, it provides commentary on significant twentieth-century events in Britain and Ireland, making it a valuable resource for theatre enthusiasts and scholars alike.