Transcript 20th Century Theatre

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20
Century Theatre
By: Ria M.
Brief history
Many changes during this time were brought about through
advances in technology. The turn of the century decade
began one of transition and progress and is considered the
first decade of materialism and consumerism. The Industrial
age was in full swing, mass production made prices fall to all
time lows.
Themes
Naturalism- to create a perfect illusion of realty
Surrealism- visual artworks and writing of the group
members
Expressionisms- initially in poetry
Broadway
One of the important movement in 20th century theatre.
Language
Mostly in English
Audience
Audience of the 20th century include all classes from the
wealthy to the poor. The audience showed there interest
through volume.
Costumes
Women- wore modern day clothing
Men- wore suits, leather jackets, trousers
Famous designers Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren
Famous Actors/Actress
Tom Hanks
Will Smith
Denzel Washington
Julie Andrews
Marylin Monroe
Famous Theatres
The Shubert Theatre
Madison Square Theatre
Winter Garden Theatre
Alley Theatre
Apollo Theatre
The goodman Theatre
Famous plays and play wrights
Eudence O’Neill
Beyond the Horizon
Arthur Adamov
Alisons House
Tennessee Williams
LuLu Vollmer
Julie Jaymer
Sun up
The Lion King
Work Cited
http://www.theatredatabase.com/20th_century/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_theatre
http://20thcenturytheatre.com