ADOAA - Theatrical Styles Flashcards
Theatrical Styles (6 cards)
1
Q
What is Theatre of the Absurd?
A
People/Situations are ridiculous - Characters caught in hopeless situations
2
Q
What is Satire?
A
Mocking politics + authority, ridiculing, anytime police are undermined.
3
Q
What is Farce?
A
Action built of series of lies.
4
Q
What is Lazzi?
A
Scene that doesn’t add to the plot - adds comedy.
5
Q
What is Slapstick Comedy?
A
Pain/Humiliation usually on recurring character.
6
Q
What is Political Theatre?
A
Brecht’s ‘Epic Theatre’ techniques - bring out political messages in the play.
