American Theatre as a Reflection of Society
American theatre is the expression of the American society that is brought out using theatre, art, and literature. Theatre is utilized in mirroring the society and depicting the everyday occurrences that may go unnoticed. The current state of American theatre is that it is a reflection of what is ongoing in society. Markedly, contemporary American theatre takes an Avant-Garde approach in illustrating modern trends as well as depict the everyday life of Americans as well as the entire American society. Today, more writers are writing plays largely catalyzed by the sudden advent of television and other channels where plays can be aired and showcased to the populace. Theatre has been used by playwrights to challenge the mainstream culture as well as well as introduce themes regarding the occurrences of the modern day society such as poverty, love, friendship, and politics.
Robert Wilson's Avant-Garde Approach in Theatre
Robert Wilson is an experimental theater stage director that is renowned for his avant-garde approach in the creation of theater that borrows its storyline as well as character roles from the American society. Wilson's command of language in his theatre scripts and performances illustrates the American society's use of language as a means of communication. Their mastery of language is best depicted in Wilson's work, where he shows the essence and importance of language through various fashions in all his works. Specifically, Wilson references theatre from the past by the introduction of characters that reveal historical themes as well as historical figures. Notably, the play "Arvo Pärt" showcases Wilson's style in Avant-garde projects that bring in new and experimental methods and ideas in art. The play utilizes a complex storyline that seeks to bring forth an idea regarding how society is. Precisely, Wilson utilizes unconventional methods in bringing out any idea that he has specifically in his plays.
