Book contents
- The Globalization of Theatre 1870–1930
- Cambridge Studies in Modern Theatre
- The Globalization of Theatre 1870–1930
- Copyright page
- Contents
- Figures
- Tables
- Acknowledgements
- Notes on Currency
- Introduction
- 1 Family Networks
- 2 Mobile Enterprises
- 3 The Micropolitics of Locality
- 4 Repertoire and Publics
- 5 Transported Actors
- 6 Contested Contracts
- 7 Infrastructure: From Theatre to Cinema
- 8 Legacies
- Bibliography
- Index
3 - The Micropolitics of Locality
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 12 October 2019
- The Globalization of Theatre 1870–1930
- Cambridge Studies in Modern Theatre
- The Globalization of Theatre 1870–1930
- Copyright page
- Contents
- Figures
- Tables
- Acknowledgements
- Notes on Currency
- Introduction
- 1 Family Networks
- 2 Mobile Enterprises
- 3 The Micropolitics of Locality
- 4 Repertoire and Publics
- 5 Transported Actors
- 6 Contested Contracts
- 7 Infrastructure: From Theatre to Cinema
- 8 Legacies
- Bibliography
- Index
Summary
Bandmann’s engagement with the many localities on his circuit required a degree of political activity at a level which is termed here micropolitical. This term refers to personal connections and networks and how they function in a political context. For Bandmann, who attempted to build or manage theatres on his circuit, this meant forging political and business partnerships that demonstrate a much deeper engagement with locality than is normal for itinerant theatre. The micropolitics of locality are discussed in relation to the most important cities on his circuit, which were mostly entrepôts, port cities designed to facilitate colonial trade. The chapter provides detailed discussion of Bandmann’s activities in Malta, Cairo, Bombay, Calcutta, Shanghai, Hong Kong and the Dutch East Indies, as well as in connection with the Victoria Theatre in Singapore and Parsi theatre.
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- The Globalization of Theatre 1870–1930The Theatrical Networks of Maurice E. Bandmann, pp. 93 - 130Publisher: Cambridge University PressPrint publication year: 2019