The Park: The Story of the Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park Contributor(s): Conville, David (Author), Dench, Dame Judi (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1840027347 ISBN-13: 9781840027341 Publisher: Oberon Books OUR PRICE: $21.73 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2008 Annotation: Since its first presentation of Twelfth Night in 1932, London's most famous al fresco theatre has wowed millions of playgoers with its dazzling productions and pastoral charm. Originally inspired by the desire to stage Shakespeare in the open air, the Park now also presents musicals, studio plays and concerts.A remarkable roll call of stars has acted on the Park's turf bank stage, from Vivien Leigh to Judi Dench, from Robert Stephens to Ralph Fiennes. The unique experience of watching a play at the Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park has been described as eccentric, imaginative, magical, unpredictable, charming - and chilly!This celebration of the Park, published for its 75th anniversary, tells the story of one of Britain's best loved theatres. |
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BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Theater - General |
Dewey: 792.094 |
Physical Information: 0.38" H x 6.29" W x 9.64" (0.85 lbs) 140 pages |
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Publisher Description: Since its first presentation of Twelfth Night in 1932, London's most famous al fresco theatre has wowed millions of playgoers with its dazzling productions and pastoral charm. Originally inspired by the desire to stage Shakespeare in the open air, the Park now also presents musicals, studio plays and concerts. A remarkable roll call of stars has acted on the Park's turf bank stage, from Vivien Leigh to Judi Dench, from Robert Stephens to Ralph Fiennes. The unique experience of watching a play at the Open Air Theatre, Regent's Park has been described as eccentric, imaginative, magical, unpredictable, charming - and chilly This celebration of the Park, published for its 75th anniversary, tells the story of one of Britain's best loved theatres. |