The historical age of empires

The historical age of empires may be over, but empire, as an idea, continues to exercise a hold over our imaginations.

An examination of theatre and empire

This compelling examination of the relationship between theatre and empire begins with potential definitions and theories of empire, suggesting how we might think of these two notions together and how we might see empire itself as theatre.

Case studies and exploration

A variety of case studies are then used to explore theatre in light of both cultural and economic imperialism.