Broadway Theatre

'Broadway' has been the stuff of theatrical legends for generations. In this fascinating and affectionate account of a unique theatrical phenomenon, Andrew Harris takes an intriguing look at both the reality and the myth behind the heart and soul of American DramaBroadway Theatre explores:* the aims and achievements of such major figures as Tennessee Williams, Eugene O'Neill and David Mamet* the processes a play goes through from preliminary draft to opening night* the careful balancing between aesthetic ideals and commercial considerations* the place of producers, reviewers, agents and managers and their contribution to the process* the relationship between acting styles and writing syles for Broadway plays