The context and history of the development of the drama genre of the absurd
Drama of the absurd is a genre that arose in the context of global social and cultural changes of the 20th century. Its history of development is closely linked to the challenges facing humanity in an era of war, revolution and technological progress.The emergence of the drama of absurdity was associated with the sense of loss and anxiety inherent in the modern world. The authors of this genre sought to express the complexity of the human soul in the conditions of madness and meaninglessness of the surrounding world. The first plays and works of drama of the absurd, such as Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot" and Eugene Ionesco's "Chairs," posed the riddle of existence to the audience and caused deep reflection on the meaning of life.
As time passed, drama of absurdity evolved to reflect changes in society and culture. The works of authors such as Jean-Paul Sartre and Harold Pinter showed new themes and motives related to the political and social contradictions of the modern world. Drama of absurdity has become a platform for expressing various ideas and points of view on the complex problems of our time.
Today, the drama genre of absurdity continues to evolve and attract the attention of both viewers and artists. Its history and development context remind us that the senselessness and madness of human existence are topics that will always be relevant and important to our understanding of the world and ourselves.
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