David Meyerhold Research Paper

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In conclusion, Meyerhold’s theatre with the use of symbolism and other techniques seem to prove more universal for various audience types. Naturalism’ own down fall could have stemmed from the fact that instead of creating a theatrical piece where audience members could interpret in their individual ways, it became “a feeble imitation and eclecticism” (Meyerhold on theatre, Meyerhold p311) a stronger imitation of what was already seen in everyday life. Meyerhold’s work instead interpreted real life and reflected his interpretation without mimicking reality. Bio-mechanics became an actor training technique used in various styles of theatre. Through embracing his drive for symbols, escapism and passion for expressionist theatre, he was able to