The history of Western theatre contains nine significant periods, some of which are better known than others. Scholars generally agree that these periods are: While some scholars will argue over approximate dates, the table I…
Origins of traditional Theatre and Epic Theatre Traditional theatre has its roots in ancient Greek drama, where playwrights such as Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides laid the foundation for Western theatrical traditions. This form of theatre…
Here is a glossary of fifty of the most essential terms, people, concepts, organisations, plays, and techniques associated with Epic Theatre. From direct address and episodic structure to the Berliner Ensemble and montage, this customised…
At the core of Bertolt Brecht’s theatrical philosophy is his engagement with Marxism, a socio-political ideology that critiques capitalism and its inherent inequalities. Brecht, an outspoken advocate of Marxist thought, perceived theatre not merely as…
