No one today writes more telling criticism of the American theatre than
Robert Brustein. In this ground-breaking work he argues that the
American stage is enjoying an unacknowledged renaissance. Despite
obstacles that now confront various art forms in this country, Mr.
Brustein finds that the theatre has been quietly reinventing the nature
of its art. He celebrates this renewal in these wide-ranging, witty, and
discerning essays and reviews, examining individual playwrights,
directors, and other artists; defending the quality of American theatre
in the face of the British invasion; and analyzing the uneasy
relationship between politics and art in contemporary America. Mr.
Brustein's great critical sense, and his ability to draw from an expanse
of sources, make Reimagining American Theatre an entertaining adventure.
"A refreshing and seminal work. Brustein provides the most insightful
guidance through contemporary production in theatre and, what is so rare
today, he is also a critic who defends high standards in
performance."--Jan Kott. "Robert Brustein's directness clears the air.
His intelligence shines."--Pauline Kael.