Artaud's Theatre of Cruelty manifesto

Antonin Artaud's Theatre of Cruelty manifesto advocates for a theatrical experience that awakens deep primal emotions and challenges audiences to confront their subconscious fears. He believed traditional theater was too passive, and instead, performances should be visceral, expressive, and sensory-rich, often using startling visuals and sounds to evoke a direct, intense emotional response. The goal is to break down societal and psychological barriers, revealing raw human truths through disruptive and unconventional methods. Ultimately, Artaud sought a transformative art form that awakens the human soul and fosters profound self-awareness.