The Evolution of Experimental Theatre

FAQ About The Evolution of Experimental Theatre

When did experimental theatre first emerge?

Experimental theatre began to emerge in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It gained momentum in the 1960s and 1970s as artists sought to break away from the constraints of classical theatre and explore more avant-garde approaches. Key figures such as Antonin Artaud, Bertolt Brecht, and the movements of Dada and Surrealism played significant roles in its development.