Bottoms Up: An Application of the Slapstick to Satire

"Bottoms Up: An Application of the Slapstick to Satire" by George Jean Nathan is a playful yet critical look at American theatre and culture in the early 1900s. It uses comedy and exaggerated characters to make fun of the silly parts of plays, acting, and even what critics do. Think of it as a collection of funny sketches, short plays, and essays that all poke fun at what was popular on stage back then. With witty dialogue and making fun of everything from serious drama to the new audio-visual age, the book offers a clever lens through which readers can see the theatre world, revealing the strange and humorous aspects of American entertainment.