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A New Drama

work by Tamayo y Baus
Also known as: “Un drama nuevo”
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A New Drama is a tragedy by Spanish dramatist Manuel Tamayo y Baus, first performed in 1867. The play is considered his masterpiece and brought him international acclaim.12

The drama is set within William Shakespeare's acting company and features Shakespeare himself as a character. It skillfully and movingly explores its themes. Tamayo y Baus was a significant figure in Spanish literature, bridging the gap between Romanticism and Realism. He wrote in various styles and genres, but A New Drama stands out for its tragic depth and theatrical knowledge.21

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  1. Manuel Tamayo y Baus
  2. Spanish literature - Post-Romantic drama and poetry
  3. dramatic literature - Drama and communal belief
  4. dramatic literature - Common elements of drama
  5. Spanish literature - Later drama

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