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Visual AIDS in the Productions of the First Piscator-Buehne 1927-28

Visual AIDS in the Productions of the First Piscator-Buehne 1927-28

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Series: Europaeische Hochschulschriften / European University Studie, Book 40

Literary CriticismPlaysTechnical Theater

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ISBN10: 3631431449
ISBN13: 9783631431443
Publisher: Peter Lang
Published: Feb 1 1991
Pages: 306
Language: English
This analysis of four major productions by Erwin Piscator, Hoppla, Rasputin, Schweik and Konjunktur (1927/28), examines the nature of his pioneering visual effects. The films, projections, cartoons, elaborate sets and machinery - here designated 'visual aids' - are shown to have a didactic function. They 'frame' the action politically, thus evolving a sophisticated new theatrical method. Comparison with Brecht's work establishes differences of emphasis in the approach to a common goal. Piscator's montage of disparate elements is seen as a vital contribution to epic theatre.

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