This collection of essays is an extensive and thorough exploration of feminist theatre.
It includes chapters on different perspectives such as a lesbian lens.
It also has interviews.
Very worthwhile.

This was such a brilliant and beautiful collection. Feminist Theatre - Then and Now is a compelling collection of essays and interviews from women in theatre who see plays they have acted in or directed from a feminist perspective. Spanning from the 1970s to today, Feminist Theatre allows the women's voices to echo throughout their chapters and lets their individuality shine by giving new perspectives to popular plays and new creations.

I found the collection absolutely fascinating, reading the thoughts and emotions each director/actress felt in each production they discuss or how feminism has impacted them. It brings a new light to how one should see feminism; not just as a collective, but as an individual feeling and experience that no one can take away from the women as well as their audiences.

I highly recommend Feminist Theatre - Then and Now to anyone who wants to read more about feminist theatre and those who want to read further into feminist theory.

Thank you, NetGalley and Aurora Press for sending me an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you, NetGalley for providing this copy! I had heard of the book on the Guilty Feminist podcast and was eager to explore the ideas presented in "Feminist Theatre - Then and Now." While the content proved engaging and thought-provoking, the reading experience was hindered by the harsh white background in the Adobe digital edition. This design choice made it difficult for me to fully enjoy and appreciate the book's insights. Despite this setback, the strong and diverse perspectives showcased throughout the book contribute significantly to contemporary feminist discourse and holds great potential to enrich and enhance academic research within its respective field.
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The publisher requested that I "amend" my review above regarding the white background, stating that "the brightness is not controlled by us or by Adobe PDF but at your end".

However, neither Adobe Digital Editions nor the NetGalley app was offered adjustable view options, such as text size, background color, or dark mode, which affected my reading experience. The absence of a Kindle edition further highlights the need for broader digital compatibility.

I hope the publisher will consider providing more accessible digital formats and take all feedback into account to enhance the reading experience and foster trust within the literary community.

There is so much in here!
I love how each chapter is on a new topic and from a new perspective.
However, this book is incredibly dense and not for the faint hearted. It has taken a lot of concentration and a long time to get through.
Would be good to use for specific research - not so great to read from start to finish!