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Name: Voice in modern theatre
Author: Jacqueline Martin

📘 Voice in modern theatre by Jacqueline Martin

This work investigates how vocal performance shapes modern theatre, focusing on the relationship between sound, dramatic text, artistic intention, and communication demands. Through analysis of 20th‑century Shakespeare productions, the author argues that the emphasis on visual spectacle has historically marginalized the voice in theatrical practice.

First publish date: 1990

Genre: Drama & Plays/Drama

Authors: Jacqueline Martin

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