Artaud, Antonin

Antonin Artaud was a French playwright, poet, and actor, best known for his concept of the "Theatre of Cruelty." He believed that traditional theatre should evolve to provoke deeper emotional and spiritual responses from audiences. Artaud aimed to shock and challenge people through intense performances, using striking visuals and sounds to confront societal norms and personal anxieties. His ideas influenced modern theatre, surrealism, and avant-garde art, emphasizing the power of expression and the rawness of human experience. Despite his struggles with mental illness, his innovative vision reshaped how we think about performance and storytelling.