Crash Course Theater: Ibsen and Strindberg

The video explores the intense rivalry between Henrik Ibsen and August Strindberg, two pivotal figures in 19th-century drama. It delves into Ibsen's transformation of theater through realism and his impactful plays like 'A Doll's House'. Strindberg's life, his naturalistic and symbolist works, and his issues with Ibsen are also discussed. Despite their personal animosity, both playwrights significantly influenced modern drama.

What was the nature of the rivalry between Ibsen and Strindberg?

• Bitter animosity

• Indifference

• Friendly competition

• Professional collaboration

Which play did Ibsen consider his best, despite its lack of popularity?

• A Doll's House

• Peer Gynt

• Emperor and Galilean

• Ghosts

How did Ibsen's plays differ from those of Scribe?

• They used more soliloquies

• They had more plot twists

• They were longer

• They focused on character development

What was the central theme of Ibsen's 'A Doll's House'?

• The illusion of the bourgeois family

• The beauty of nature

• The importance of family

• The power of love

What did Ibsen's late plays like 'The Wild Duck' focus on?

• Realism

• Mystical symbolism

• Historical events

• Political themes

What was Strindberg's opinion on Ibsen's focus on independent women?

• He admired it

• He was indifferent

• He criticized it

• He supported it

Which play by Strindberg involves an aristocratic woman and a manservant?

• The Creditors

• A Dream Play

• Miss Julie

• The Father

What style did Strindberg turn to later in his career?

• Naturalism

• Realism

• Romanticism

• Symbolism

What did Strindberg believe was more important than plot?

• Setting

• Costume

• Character

• Dialogue

Despite their rivalry, what did Ibsen and Strindberg secretly do?

• Collaborate on plays

• Admire each other's work

• Attend each other's performances

• Write letters to each other