Giorgio Strehler

This detailed study evaluates the particular qualities which typify Strehler's work: the lyrical realism which has become the hallmark of his mature style and his gift of interpretation and production.

List of illustrations; 1. Towards a theatre of humanity; 2. Strehler's style: lyrical realism; 3. Goldoni, genius at presenting life; 4. Power games: Strehler and Shakespeare; 5. Brecht stopped at Milan; 6. Lyric opera; Chronology; Notes; Select bibliography; Index.