Symbolist theatre

Target entity: Symbolist theatre
Context triple: [French theatre, hasMovement, Symbolist theatre]

• A. Theatre of the Absurd
  Theatre of the Absurd is a post–World War II dramatic movement characterized by illogical situations, fragmented dialogue, and existential themes that highlight the absurdity and meaninglessness of human existence.
• B. French Romantic theatre
  French Romantic theatre was a 19th-century dramatic movement in France that broke with classical rules by embracing emotional intensity, historical and exotic settings, and freer forms of expression, exemplified by works like Victor Hugo’s plays.
• C. Lyrische Dramen
  Lyrische Dramen is a collection of early lyrical and symbolist plays by Austrian writer Hugo von Hofmannsthal that helped establish his reputation in modern German-language literature.
• D. Belle Époque theatre
  Belle Époque theatre was a flourishing late 19th- and early 20th-century European theatrical style characterized by lavish productions, star performers, and a blend of realism, symbolism, and spectacle reflecting the era’s optimism and artistic innovation.
• E. epic theatre
  Epic theatre is a 20th-century theatrical movement, closely associated with Bertolt Brecht, that uses techniques like direct address, visible stage mechanics, and narrative interruption to provoke critical reflection rather than emotional immersion.
• F. None of above. chosen
• G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.

Target entity: Symbolist theatre
Target entity description: Symbolist theatre is a late 19th-century dramatic movement that emphasized mood, suggestion, and metaphor over realistic representation, often using dreamlike staging and poetic language to explore inner realities and spiritual themes.

• A. Theatre of the Absurd
  Theatre of the Absurd is a post–World War II dramatic movement characterized by illogical situations, fragmented dialogue, and existential themes that highlight the absurdity and meaninglessness of human existence.
• B. French Romantic theatre
  French Romantic theatre was a 19th-century dramatic movement in France that broke with classical rules by embracing emotional intensity, historical and exotic settings, and freer forms of expression, exemplified by works like Victor Hugo’s plays.
• C. Lyrische Dramen
  Lyrische Dramen is a collection of early lyrical and symbolist plays by Austrian writer Hugo von Hofmannsthal that helped establish his reputation in modern German-language literature.
• D. Belle Époque theatre
  Belle Époque theatre was a flourishing late 19th- and early 20th-century European theatrical style characterized by lavish productions, star performers, and a blend of realism, symbolism, and spectacle reflecting the era’s optimism and artistic innovation.
• E. epic theatre
  Epic theatre is a 20th-century theatrical movement, closely associated with Bertolt Brecht, that uses techniques like direct address, visible stage mechanics, and narrative interruption to provoke critical reflection rather than emotional immersion.
• F. None of above. chosen