Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: Paul Kauvar; or, Anarchy

Name: Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: Paul Kauvar; or, Anarchy
Author: Steele MacKaye

By Steele MacKaye

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Set amid political unrest, the drama depicts the dynamics of mob psychology and the personal consequences of revolutionary fervor, combining large-scale spectacle with intimate scenes. It follows people caught between loyalty, justice, and the impulse toward violent change, presenting escapes, denunciations, and confrontations that test legal and moral boundaries. The work emphasizes crowd movement and inventive staging, reflects an interest in acting technique, and examines authority, judicial fairness, and the human cost of radical action through vigorous, episodic plotting crafted for performance.

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Steele MacKaye

Steele MacKaye was an influential American playwright and theatrical innovator active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is best known for his contributions to American drama, particularly through his play "Paul Kauvar; or, Anarchy," which is included in the anthology "Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911." MacKaye's work often explored themes of social justice and reform, reflecting the tumultuous political landscape of his time. In addition to his writing, he was also a pioneer in stage design and production techniques, leaving a lasting impact on the American theater scene.

Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911: Paul Kauvar; or, Anarchy

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