Abstract Theatre

Drama

One text, different approaches

Allowing the audience to see the big issues within a play

Creating empathy between the audience and character

What is the key focus of Abstract Theatre?

Is character development a trait of Naturalism, Epic Theatre or Abstract Theatre?

Is believable but symbolic characterisation a trait of Naturalism, Epic Theatre or Abstract Theatre?

Is an acting style which is based on physical movement and gesture a trait of Naturalism, Epic Theatre or Abstract Theatre?

What is Bertolt Brecht associated with creating?

Is keeping the set as realistic as possible associated with Naturalism or Epic Theatre?

True or false: Breaking into song or talking to the audience was Brecht’s way of helping the audience to engage with the message of the performance rather than forming an emotional connection with the characters.

True or false, the time frame for a plot in an Epic Theatre production is usually a long period of time?

Who has overall creative responsibility for the creation of a piece of theatre.

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