Undoubtedly the funniest play you'll ever watch, study or teach, Jez Butterworth's tragicomedy 'Jerusalem' is 'unarguably one of the best dramas of the twenty-first century, ' according to the Guardian. It's a play that has received almost universal acclaim for its riotous depiction of country life in twenty-first century England. The Art of Drama, volume 4 provides much needed critical support for teachers and students brave enough to study Butterworth's extraordinary play. Featuring sections on stagecraft, major characters and key scenes, our critical guide is a springboard to richer appreciation of the play and to the highest examination grades
