| Operetta: A Theatrical History Rev Edition Contributor(s): Traubner, Richard (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415966418 ISBN-13: 9780415966412 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $66.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2003 Annotation: "Operetta: A Theatrical History" is considered the classic history of this important musical theater form. Traubner's book, first published in 1983, is still recognized as the key history of the people and productions that made operetta a worldwide phenomenon. Beginning in mid-19th century Europe, the book covers all of the key developments in the form, including the landmark works by Strauss and his followers, Gilbert & Sullivan, Franz Lehar, Rudolf Friml, Victor Herbert, and many more. The book is written in lively prose, perfectly capturing the champagne-and-ballroom atmosphere of the greatest works in the genre. It will appeal to all fans of musical theater history. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Theater - History & Criticism - Music | Genres & Styles - Opera |
| Dewey: 782.120 |
| LCCN: 2003054800 |
| Series: Routledge Studies in Musical Genres |
| Physical Information: 1.06" H x 5.94" W x 9.24" (1.49 lbs) 502 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: "Operetta: A Theatrical History" is considered the classic history of this important musical theater form. Traubner's book, first published in 1983, is still recognized as the key history of the people and productions that made operetta a worldwide phenomenon. Beginning in mid-19th century Europe, the book covers all of the key developments in the form, including the landmark works by Strauss and his followers, Gilbert & Sullivan, Franz Lehar, Rudolf Friml, Victor Herbert, and many more. The book perfectly captures the champagne-and-ballroom atmosphere of the greatest works in the genre. It will appeal to all fans of musical theatre history. |
