McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of World Drama.Edited by Stanley Hochman.
2nd edition. NY: McGraw-Hill, 1984.
Although dated, this 5-volume set contains useful articles on dramatists, dramatic literature and national and ethnic theatre traditions. The articles on dramatists include biographies as well as a critical assessment. A bibliography follows each entry. Besides its focus on dramatists and dramatic literature, the encyclopedia also includes entries for theatre companies and well-known directors. There's a glossary, a list of play titles and a general index to the whole set at the back of the 5th volume.
