Theatre Censorship in Spain, 1931–1985

This is a comprehensive study of the impact of censorship on theatre in twentieth-century Spain, analysing changes in censorship from the Second Republic to the post-Franco transition to democracy, and illuminating the ideological underpinnings, the effects on the industry and the responses of theatremakers. A comprehensive study of censorship in twentieth-century Spanish theater.

Drawing on extensive archival evidence, personal testimonies, and legal analysis, this book documents Spanish censorship practices from the Second Republic, Franco’s dictatorship, and into democracy. The volume explores the how, when, and why of censorship as well as the responses of playwrights, directors, and companies. As a result, the book casts new light on specific theater-makers and their work, how historical conditions shaped genres and canons, as well as the broader cultural history of the twentieth century.

• | Author: Catherine O'Leary, Michael Thompson
• | Publisher: University of Wales Press
• | Publication Date: May 15, 2023
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• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-13: 9781786839824
• | ISBN-10: 1786839822