Kirsten E. Shepherd-Barr
Professor of English and Theatre Studies at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of St Catherine’s College, specializing in modern drama; author of Theatre and Evolution from Ibsen to Beckett, Science on Stage, and Ibsen and Early Modernist Theatre, 1890–1900.
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Oct 21, 2021 • 11min
Modern Drama – The Very Short Introductions Podcast – Episode 37
Kirsten E. Shepherd-Barr, a Professor of English and Theatre Studies at the University of Oxford, dives into the world of modern drama. She discusses how Ibsen transformed dialogue and engaged audiences with social themes, highlighting the impact of theatre technology on dramatic form. The conversation explores the heartfelt connection between live performance and audience experience, including the resonances of pandemic lockdowns reflected in plays like *Waiting for Godot*. Shepherd-Barr's insights bridge the gap between dramatic art and contemporary issues.
