Dadaism in Theatre

Dadaism in theatre emerged in the early 20th century as part of the avant-garde movement responding to the chaos of World War I. It emphasized absurdity, irrationality, and anti-establishment sentiments. Dadaist performances often broke traditional storytelling techniques, using nonsensical dialogue, fragmented narratives, and unconventional staging. The aim was to challenge conventional values, provoke thought, and question art's purpose. By embracing chaos and spontaneity, Dadaist theatre sought to reflect the unpredictability of life, making audiences rethink their expectations and the nature of reality itself.