An Introduction to Brechtian Theatre

Running time: 6.19mins

Film maker: Pinny Grylls

Making creative suggestions is key to Brecht's work. This film looks at his theoretical work.

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.

A popular play spectacle

Making theatre popular, exciting, and entertaining is fundamental.
The art of cart

This video looks at the design of the cart in Mother Courage and Her Children.
An Introduction to Brechtian Theatre

A look at the theoretical work of Bertolt Brecht.
Motherhood, commerce and war

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

A look at the songs and music of Mother Courage and Her Children.
Creating a visual narrative

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

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

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

An Introduction to Brechtian Theatre

Brecht

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