The Legacy of Stylistic Theatre in the Creation of a Modern Sinhala Drama in Sri Lanka (Paperback, 1)

Acknowledgments

Introduction

1. Dramas of Indigeneity: The Legacy of Sri Lankan Folk Styles

2. Performances of Colonialism: Christianity and New Theatrical Modes

3. The Establishment of Post-Independence Sinhala Theatre: Sarachchandra and Maname

4. The Reinstitution of Folk Dramatic Features: Gunawardena and Nari Bena

5. Fusing Oriental and Occidental Drama: Galappaththi and Mudu Puththu

6. Brechtian Alienation and Shayiligatha Thathwikawadaya: Jayasena and Hunuwataye Kathava

Conclusion

Appendix

Bibliography

Index