Theater Models and Techniques

The video explores two transformative theater models: Jerzy Grotowski's Poor Theater and Augusto Boal's Theater of the Oppressed. Grotowski's approach focuses on personal discovery, eliminating theatrical conventions to emphasize the actor's role. Boal's method aims for social change, involving the audience as 'spect-actors' to address social issues. Both models challenge traditional theater norms, seeking deeper connections between actors and audiences. The video concludes by comparing their distinct goals: Grotowski's pursuit of self-knowledge and Boal's quest for social justice.

What are the two main focuses of the theater models discussed in the introduction?

• Economic growth and political stability

• Personal discovery and social change

• Technological advancement and cultural preservation

• Environmental awareness and artistic expression

What is a key characteristic of Grotowski's Poor Theater?

• Use of elaborate costumes and sets

• Reliance on the actor's performance

• Incorporation of modern technology

• Focus on musical elements

Why did Grotowski believe theater should exist without traditional elements like costumes and sets?

• To attract a younger audience

• To emphasize the actor's role

• To reduce production costs

• To compete with film and television

What is the setting of Grotowski's 'Acropolis'?

• A modern city

• A futuristic landscape

• A medieval castle

• A concentration camp

What was the primary goal of Augusto Boal's Theater of the Oppressed?

• To entertain audiences

• To empower audiences to take action

• To showcase traditional plays

• To promote commercial theater

What is a 'spect-actor' in Boal's forum theater?

• A critic of the performance

• A professional actor

• A passive observer

• A participant who suggests actions

What is the purpose of the 'joker' in forum theater?

• To provide comic relief

• To critique the actors

• To monitor and facilitate the performance

• To entertain the audience

What is 'invisible theater' as pioneered by Boal?

• A performance in a traditional theater

• A play performed without an audience

• A digital theater experience

• A theater event that occurs in public without the audience knowing

What was Boal's legislative theater aimed at achieving?

• Creating new laws through performance

• Developing new acting techniques

• Entertaining government officials

• Promoting traditional theater

How did Grotowski and Boal differ in their approach to actor preparation?

• Grotowski required years of rehearsal, Boal did not

• Boal required years of rehearsal, Grotowski did not

• Both required extensive rehearsal

• Neither required rehearsal