Teatrul absurdului și muzica secolului XX în „Krapp, ou La dernière bande” de Samuel Beckett și Marcel Mihalovici
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absurd, Beckett, Mihalovici, twentieth-century music, monodramaAbstract
The Theatre of the Absurd and Twentieth Century Music in "Krapp, ou La dernière bande" by Samuel Beckett and Marcel Mihalovici
"Krapp, ou La dernière bande", written by Samuel Beckett, is an emblematic example of the theatre of the absurd, a movement exploring the existential limitations and confusion encountered when facing an uncertain reality. Beckett's play reflects themes of time, memory, and self-reflection, emphasizing the isolation of Krapp, who confronts audio recordings of his past.
Marcel Mihalovici's music deepens the emotional and philosophical significance, providing a sonic dimension that complements the theatrical monologues. The interaction between Beckett's text and Mihalovici's contemporary music highlights human contradictions, combining absurdity with modern compositions conveying melancholy and ephemerality.
This analysis examines how the theatre of the absurd intersects with twentieth-century music, focusing on how these art forms influence each other to present an integrated vision of the human condition. The paper explores specific theatrical and musical techniques, emphasizing the connection between Beckett's theatrical expression and Mihalovici's sonic language – a symbiosis challenging the spectator to reflect on subjectivity and how time shapes identity.
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