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York

York

DramaHistory
Pages
965
Published
1979
Language
English

Synopsis

This academic work delves into the rich history and critical analysis of the York Plays, a significant collection of medieval English drama. It explores the performing arts in York, England, providing insights into the historical context and sources of these influential theatrical works.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualComplex

Genres

Drama History Plays

Authors

M
Margaret Rogerson

Margaret Rogerson is a scholar of medieval and early modern English drama in the Department of English at the University of Sydney. With Alexandra F. Johnston she edited York (1979), the first volumes of the Records of Early English Drama series. She edited The York Mystery Plays: Performance in the City (York Medieval Press, 2011) and wrote Playing a Part in History: The York Mysteries, 1951-2006 (University of Toronto Press, 2009), a study of the modern revival of the York cycle.