Violence Against Women in Early Modern Performance

Focusing on iconic English theatre texts like Titus Andronicus and The Changeling, this book explores the historical erasure of rape and violence against women in early modern drama. It delves into the politics and ethics of staging these themes in contemporary theatre, highlighting the challenges and implications of representing such violence. The paperback edition includes a new Preface, offering fresh insights into the ongoing relevance of these issues in 20th and 21st-century performances.