Ritual Imports: Performing Medieval Drama in America

by Claire Sponsler

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Throughout the Americas, performances deriving from medieval European rituals, ceremonies, and festivities made up a crucial part of the cultural cargo shipped from Europe to the overseas settlements. In 1583, Sir Humphrey Gilbert sailed from Plymouth, England, to Newfoundland, bringing with him "morris dancers, hobby horses, and Maylike Conceits" for the "allurement of the savages" and the "solace of our people." His voyage closely resembled that...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0801442958

ISBN13:9780801442957

Release Date:December 2004

Publisher:Cornell University Press

Length:235 Pages

Weight:1.15 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 6.5" x 9.5"

Age Range:18 years and up

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

Arts, Music & Photography Classical & Early Direction & Production Drama Greek & Roman History & Criticism Literature & Fiction Performing Arts Theater

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