Synopses & Reviews
Cape Townandrsquo;s Magnet Theatre has been a force in South African theater for three decades, a crucial space for theater, education, performance, and community throughout a turbulent period in South African history. Offering a dialogue between internal and external perspectives, as well as perspectives from performers, artists, and scholars, this book analyzes Magnetandrsquo;s many productions and presents a rich compendium of the work of one of the most vital physical theater companies in Africa.
Synopsis
For three decades, Cape Town's Magnet Theatre has served as a crucial space for theatre, education, performance and community throughout a turbulent period in South African history. Offering a dialogue between internal and external perspectives, this book analyses Magnet's many productions and presents a rich compendium of their work.
About the Author
Megan Lewis is assistant professor of theater history and dramaturgy at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.Anton Krueger is a senior lecturer in the Department of Drama at Rhodes University in South Africa.