Brecht

'Art is not a mirror with which to reflect reality but a hammer with which to shape it.' - Bertolt Brecht

Making creative suggestions is key to Brecht's work. This collection of films was produced alongside Deborah Warner's production of Mother Courage and Her Children and explore her approach to Brecht's work.

This video features two films from the Five Truths that focus on Bertolt Brecht's approach to Ophelia.

Deborah Warner speaks about the play, how she approached the project and Brecht.

In this video Deborah Warner talks about her approach to the design of Mother Courage and Her Children.

This video looks at the design of the cart in Mother Courage and Her Children.

A look at the theoretical work of Bertolt Brecht.

Making theatre popular, exciting, and entertaining is fundamental.

A look at the songs and music of Mother Courage and Her Children.

A look at three key themes in Mother Courage and Her Children