Caliban by the Yellow Sands: A Community Masque of the Art of the Theatre

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Author MacKaye, Percy, 1875-1956
Illustrator Jones, Robert Edmond, 1887-1954
Illustrator Urban, Joseph, 1872-1933
Title Caliban by the Yellow Sands: A Community Masque of the Art of the Theatre
Alternate Title Caliban by the Yellow Sands: Shakespeare Tercentenary Masque
Credits Produced by Paul Marshall, Mary Glenn Krause, MFR and the
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Summary "Caliban by the Yellow Sands" by Percy Mackaye is a community masque written in the early 20th century. This work creatively commemorates the tercentenary of Shakespeare's death, drawing inspiration primarily from his play "The Tempest." The narrative develops around the character of Caliban, exploring themes such as the struggle for freedom, the transformative power of art, and the collective expression of humanity through theater. The opening of the masque introduces a dark and mystical setting within the cave of Setebos, where Caliban, Sycorax, and Ariel interact amidst the looming presence of Setebos, the idol representing primitive forces. As Ariel longs for freedom from his confinement, Caliban is driven by the desire for power and acknowledgment of his potential. The atmosphere oscillates between the grotesque and the poetic as Caliban grapples with his identity, while the chorus of spirits sings about a collective yearning for liberation. This introductory scene sets the stage for a dramatic exploration of art's capacity to elevate the human spirit above the base instincts represented by Setebos and his priests. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American drama
Subject Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Anniversaries, etc.
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EBook-No. 58076
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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