| Autor: |
Shukla, Hemant Kumar, Purohit, D. R. |
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Language in India; Dec2016, Vol. 16 Issue 12, p46-55, 10p |
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The present investigation is an attempt to assess and discuss the purpose and function of Epic Theatre in the light of German dramatist Bertolt Brecht's theories and practices. He was of the view that the conventional, orthodox theatre was incapable of presenting his straightforward and progressive views. Brecht disliked the shallow spectacle, manipulative plot, and heightened emotion of melodrama. In his view dramatic theatre carried away the audience with emotions, stopping them to make use of their intellect. He wanted to inform, educate and enlighten his audience. He found Epic Theatre suitable for his objective because it assumes that the purpose of a play, more than entertainment or the imitation of reality, is to present ideas and invites the audience to make judgments on them. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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