What is the Theatre of the Absurd?

The Theatre of the Absurd emerged in the mid-20th century as a response to the chaotic and uncertain times following World War II. It is a theatrical movement characterized by its unconventional and nonsensical themes, as well as its rejection of traditional dramatic structures and conventions. Playwrights such as Samuel Beckett, Eugene Ionesco, and Harold Pinter sought to capture the absurdity and meaninglessness of human existence through theatrical techniques like repetitive dialogue, illogical situations, and absurd humor. Rather than depicting a linear plot or well-defined characters, the Theatre of the Absurd aims to evoke an existential experience, challenging the audience's understanding of reality and pushing them to contemplate the futility and isolation of human existence.

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