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| David Grant's professional association with Brian Friel over
many years is used to explore: |
| - the dramatic and cultural significance of Friel's work in
the context of Ireland. |
| - the way in which Friel's plays might be interpreted on the
stage |
| - an overview of Friel's lifetime contribution to the theatre |
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| David Grant's study of the stagecraft of Brian Friel results
from many years of professional association with the Irish playwright's
work. This Student Guide explores the dramatic and cultural
significance of Friel's vision in Ireland, the ways in which
the plays might be interpreted on the stage and a synoptic view
of his contribution to the theatre. Of special interest is Grant's
inclusion of theatrical workshops to enhance our understanding
of Friel's craft. |
| David Grant has worked in theatre throughout Ireland as director,
educator and critic. He has been Managing Editor of "Theatre
Ireland" magazine, Programme Director of the Dublin Theatre
Festival and Artistic Director of Belfast's Lyric Theatre. He
is currently Head of Drama Studies at Queen's University, Belfast. |
