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Zero Mostel discusses the play "Rhinoceros" and acting theory ; part 2

BROADCAST: Aug. 14, 1961 | DURATION: 00:13:27

Synopsis

Zero Mostel talks about acting theory, French and American theater differences, and the reflection of art in society.

Details

Broadcast Date
Aug. 14, 1961

Physical Format
2 sound tape reels (ca. 49.31 min.): 7 in.

Duration
13 minutes, 27 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Comedy, Satire Theater

People

Musicians Actors

Tags

Mostel, Zero, 1915-1972--Interviews Actors--United States Audiotapes. Radio programs. Mostel, Zero, 1915-1972,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Moliere, 1622-1673 "Rhinoceros" Ionesco, Eugene "Waiting for Godot" Beckett, Samuel, 1906-1989 "Ulysses in Nighttown" Joyce, James, 1882-1941 Fields, W. C. (William Claude), 1880-1946 Animal Values Theater of the absurd American theater French theater Art criticism Acting theory Imagination Vaudeville

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