David Mamet’s Oleanna
David Mamet’s Oleanna by David K. Sauer, published by A&C Black in January 2008, is a critical examination of Mamet’s influential work in contemporary American theatre. This edition spans 116 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into the complexities of Oleanna, highlighting Mamet’s use of realistic language and minimalist staging, which evoke strong reactions from audiences, particularly regarding the contentious themes of political correctness.
Readers will find a theoretically informed analysis that offers a comprehensive introduction to the play, exploring its intricate form and content. The guide includes new interpretations of Oleanna in the context of recent developments in Mamet’s playwriting and shifts in the political landscape, making it a valuable resource for those interested in drama and literary criticism. This edition serves as a critical tool for students and scholars alike, enhancing their understanding of the play’s multifaceted issues.
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David Mamet is widely considered to be the voice of contemporary American Theatre. His use of what is taken to be realistic language together with minimalist staging creates a postmodern combination that pushes an audience in conflicting directions. The result is that initial audiences for Oleanna were aroused to applaud and loudly react to the ending of the play when a male teacher beats a female student. The issues the play raises about political correctness are turned on their head. Oleanna is a particularly complex play in terms of both form and content and this guide offers a theoretically informed introductory analysis. It provides students with a comprehensive critical introduction to the play and includes new interpretations of the text in light of recent developments in Mamet’s playwriting and the intervening shifts in the political landscape.
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