Background
Meserve, Walter Joseph was born on March 10, 1923 in Portland, Maine, United States. Son of Walter Joseph and Bessie Adelia (Bailey) Meserve.
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This book represents a new approach to theatre history. Charts, narrative and illustrations illuminate the development of theatre from its origins to the present in countries around the world including: Egypt (3000 B.C. to Modern), China (Pre-Han to Post Mao), India (Sanskrit to Modern), Greece, Rome, Japan, Korea, Medieval Europe, Southeast Asia, The Middle East, Eastern Europe, Northern Europe, Italy, Spain, France, Great Britain, Germany, Scandinavia, Russia, Latin America, The Caribbean, The United States, Canada, and Australia.
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(An Outline History of American Drama describes the major ...)
An Outline History of American Drama describes the major trends in American drama from its beginnings to the middle part of the 20th Century. Written by Walter J. Meserve, Each chapter is introduced by an essay which suggests the development of the drama, and all movements are illustrated by critical evaluations of the contributions of both major and minor dramatists and analyses of their plays.
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( Here is a fascinating account of the struggle to create...)
Here is a fascinating account of the struggle to create a viable American theatre and dramatic tradition in a society that, while eager for culture and entertainment, provided an environment hostile to their development. Meserve begins by describing the potential for dramatic writing that existed in America in 1829 and the obstacles faced by the many talented dramatists who emerged during the period. The author describes the work of playwrights in American popular theatre--their dramatization of current events and social issues and their attempts to adapt popular fiction and foreign plays. Two major categories of playwright are emphasized--the journeyman or actor-playwright and the literary playwright. The author finds that by 1850 virtually all of the outstanding American playwrights were either dead or had withdrawn from the theatrical scene.
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How about Lemon Meringue Pie from "Oklahoma"? Or Annie's Baked Game Birds from "Annie Get Your Gun"? Or, Mordred's Molasses Fudge from "Camelot"? Aldonza's Stew from "Man of La Mancha" - Peach Shortcake from "Carnival" - Splashing Dressing Salad from "Guys and Dolls" - All-Brain Muffins from "The Wiz" - Enchiladas from "Bye Bye Birdie" - The Devil's Hot Dog from "Damn Yankees" Sandy's Candy from "Brigadoon" - Eminent European Dishes from "The King and I" - A Seaside Clambake from "Carousel" - Macaroni and Cheese from "Grease" - Strawberry Tarts from "My Fair Lady" - and many, many more!
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Meserve, Walter Joseph was born on March 10, 1923 in Portland, Maine, United States. Son of Walter Joseph and Bessie Adelia (Bailey) Meserve.
Student, Portland Junior College, 1942. AB, Bates College, Lewiston, Maine, 1947. Master of Arts, Boston University, 1948.
Doctor of Philosophy, University Washington, 1952.
From instructor to professor, U. Kansas, Lawrence, 1951-1968; professor dramatic literature and theory, Indiana U., Bloomington, 1968-1988; associate dean research and graduate development, Indiana U., Bloomington, 1980-1983; director Institute for American Theatre Studies, Indiana U., Bloomington, 1983-1988; distinguished professor graduate center, CUNY, New York City, 1988-1993; distinguished professor emeritus, CUNY, New York City, since 1993. Vice president Feedback Superior vena cava syndrome, New York City, since 1983.
(How about Lemon Meringue Pie from "Oklahoma"? Or Annie's ...)
( Here is a fascinating account of the struggle to create...)
(An Outline History of American Drama describes the major ...)
(This book represents a new approach to theatre history. C...)
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Reader Guggenheim Foundation, since 1988. With Air Corps, United States Army, 1943-1946. Member Cosmos Club. M C.
Married Mollie Ann Lacey, June 18, 1981. Children by previous marriage— Gayle Ellen, Peter Haynes, Jo Alison, David Bryan.