Back to Search Start Over

REDISCOVERING H. G. PÉLISSIER (1874-1913): A CONCERT PARTY IMPRESARIO AND SATIRIST ON THE WEST END STAGE.

Authors :
BINNS, ANTHONY
Source :
Theatre Notebook. 2023, Vol. 77 Issue 1, p26-64. 39p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The article provides information on H.G. Pélissier, a theatrical satirist, composer, and impresario active in the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. It highlights Pélissier's pioneering role in challenging theatrical censorship and his contributions to the concert party and burlesque forms. The article explores his career as an impresario and the impact of his innovative productions on breaking down social and critical barriers in the theater audience of that time.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00405523
Volume :
77
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Theatre Notebook
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
163908231