Tracing a female history of the theatre in Spain: from la nueva mujer moderna to the backlash and beyond

Catherine O'Leary

doi:10.1080/24741604.2021.1925441

Tracing a female history of the theatre in Spain: from la nueva mujer moderna to the backlash and beyond

Catherine O'Leary

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The history of women in the Spanish theatre from the early twentieth century to today not only reflects the evolution of the stage, but also charts the social and political transformation of Spain. Despite their absence from many anthologies and histories, it is evident that women played a significant and innovative role in the theatre. Offering a panoramic view of women in the Spanish theatre, this article observes certain patterns in their theatrical practice and choice of themes. In addition, it highlights the reception of their plays and, in particular, their interactions with the State at the level of censorship.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	255-286
Number of pages	28
Journal	Bulletin of Spanish Visual Studies
Volume	5
Issue number	2
Early online date	29 Jun 2021
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/24741604.2021.1925441
Publication status	Published - 2021

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SDG 5 Gender Equality
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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Women in theatre
Spanish theatre
Twentieth-century Spain

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