Community Drama

Community Drama: Its Motive and Method of Neighborliness is a book written by Percy Mackaye and originally published in 1917. The book explores the concept of community drama, which is a form of theater that involves the participation of the entire community. Mackaye argues that community drama can be a powerful tool for promoting neighborliness and social cohesion, as it encourages people to work together towards a common goal. He provides numerous examples of successful community drama projects from around the world, including pageants, historical reenactments, and other forms of participatory theater.The book also delves into the practical aspects of community drama, such as how to organize and fund a production, how to involve different segments of the community, and how to create meaningful roles for participants. Mackaye emphasizes the importance of creating a sense of ownership and pride among community members, as well as the need for careful planning and coordination.Overall, Community Drama: Its Motive and Method of Neighborliness is a fascinating exploration of the potential of participatory theater to bring communities together and promote social harmony. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in community-building, theater, or social activism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.