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Bertolt Brecht was a pivotal figure in the development of epic theatre, known for his plays like 'The Threepenny Opera' and 'Mother Courage and Her Children'. His works are characterized by non-linear narratives, the Verfremdungseffekt, and a critical view of social issues, aiming to provoke thought and inspire societal transformation. Brecht's legacy continues to influence modern theatre and social critique.
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Brecht's middle-class upbringing and religious mother shaped his critical and moral perspective in his theatrical works
Brecht's education and friendship with Neher greatly influenced his theatrical style and techniques
The tumultuous events of World War I and its aftermath fueled Brecht's anti-war sentiments and shaped his worldview
Epic theatre sought to engage the audience intellectually and provoke social change rather than simply entertain
Brecht's early plays, such as "Baal" and "Drums in the Night," contained expressionist elements that would later evolve into the hallmarks of epic theatre
Brecht's directorial debut with "Edward II" marked a significant step in his exploration of epic theatre techniques, which he further refined in his subsequent work in Berlin
Brecht's collaboration with composer Kurt Weill in "The Threepenny Opera" satirizes the capitalist system through the narrative of a criminal
Set during the Thirty Years' War, this play examines the devastating effects of conflict on common people and critiques the futility and destructiveness of war
This play delves into the conflict between science and authority, reflecting Brecht's beliefs about the societal roles of art and science
Epic theatre often utilizes a non-linear narrative structure to engage the audience's critical faculties
The use of episodic scenes and the Verfremdungseffekt, or alienation effect, aim to prevent the audience from identifying too closely with the characters and remind them of the constructed nature of the theatrical experience
Sets designed to be openly artificial and actors playing multiple roles are used to foster a detached perspective and prompt reflection on societal issues
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Bertolt Brecht's full name
Eugen Berthold Friedrich Brecht
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Brecht's strategy to avoid WWI conscription
Enrolled in medical studies at Munich University
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Brecht's significant theatrical influence
Exposed to works of Frank Wedekind
