VOICED : Robert Wilsons The Blacks bewitches Paris stage

VOICED : Robert Wilsons The Blacks bewitches Paris stage

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10th Grade - University

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US Director Robert Wilson presents 'The Blacks' at the Odeon Theatre in Paris, focusing on visual and auditory elements rather than traditional text. The play, featuring an all-black cast, challenges racial perceptions by having black actors portray a white audience. Wilson's unique approach emphasizes stage design, lighting, and music, creating a complex narrative that explores themes of race and identity without providing clear answers. The performance highlights contrasts and unity, encouraging actors to find meaning beyond words.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the significance of the 'play within a play' structure in Wilson's work.

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What role does music play in conveying the themes of the play?

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