Christopher Fitz-Simon
Rise Above! Letters from Tyrone Guthrie
- ISBN 13:
- 9781843517184
- author:
- Christopher Fitz-Simon
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- The Lilliput Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 416
- Dimensions:
- 157mm X 549mm
- Genre:
- 24.3 x 17.2 x 4.5 centimetres (0, Biography, Personal Memoirs, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Rise Above! Letters from Tyrone Guthrie offers a unique glimpse into the life and vision of a celebrated theatrical director whose influence continues to shape international theatre today. Through a collection of letters, this book provides an intimate view of Guthrie's relationships with family and friends, as well as his professional pursuits.
Renowned for liberating Shakespeare's plays from declamatory delivery and excessive staging, Guthrie's legacy extends beyond the stage to inspire modern theatre buildings that bring classical works closer to audiences. This collection of letters sheds light on Guthrie's personal and professional life, revealing a remarkable individual who persevered in the face of adversity.
Written by his sister, Peggy, with advice from her husband Hubert Butler, these letters provide a balanced account of Guthrie's life, both in the wings of an operatic opening night and in the midst of personal struggle. A testament to his enduring mantra "Rise above!", this book is a fascinating insight into the life of a true theatre legend.
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