Brecht - Epic Theatre Flashcards
1
Q
Finish the sentance.
Unlike a dramatic spectator, the epic spectator states ‘I laugh when they weep and ———–’.
A
I weep when they laugh.
2
Q
Whilst dramatic theatre focuses on plot, epic theatre focuses on ——.
A
Narrative.
3
Q
How is epic theatre didactic?
A
It interupts the story to adress the audience with analysis, argument and/or documentation - in aims to teach.
4
Q
Who created and popularised Epic Theatre?
A
Betolt Brecht.
5
Q
What is the anticedent to epic theatre?
A
The pre-expressionistic dramas written by the German playwrite Frank Wedekin.
6
Q
What is the V-effect?
A
Verfremdungseffeckt.
Alienation of the audience.
Provokes inquiry and criticism.
