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=Dramatic Naturalism=

Aim- Enrique Camacho


Dramatic Naturalism is a movement within the theatre and drama culture developed in the early 20th century. Naturalism aimed to show the audience a play in the most realistic manner as possible. "Naturalist actors attempted to convey the reality of a character; his or her looks, sound and demeanor" (Rockwell). No still images were used and actors often used long, sweeping motions trying to fill the three dimensional space and portray the essence of his or her character. Naturalist plays were often showed the dark, less pleasant aspects of life, including prostitution, disease, poverty and filth. All this was to show the realism of life.

Works Cited

Rockwell, Patricia. "Naturalism and symbolism in the 19th century theater." //Helium//. n.p., 15 Jan 2009. Web. 29 April 2013.

Audience- Enrique Camacho


The movement of Dramatic Naturalism was reaching out to the masses of people, specifically those who watched many dramatic works like movies and plays. Since people were already watching plays and films, it was those kinds of crowds the movement was trying to attract. Many Naturalist works often portrayed their characters of having problems and finding ways to overcome those problems. Despite the connection to real life, many audiences felt alienated, especially during its birth in the 19th century. " The harsh and dreary subject matter of most naturalistic plays,which tended to emphasize the boredom, depression, and frustrationof contemporary life, frequently alienated 19th-century audiences" (DictionaryCentral). Also the depiction of divorce and prostitution in Naturalist plays caused outrage among most audiences. The early audiences of Naturalism were mostly opposed to this new style of theater but as time passed on, people grew used to it. Works Cited "Naturalism." //DictionaryCentral//. n.p., n.d. Web. 29 April 2013.

Historical- Enrique Camacho


Dramatic Naturalism changed the way theater is presented. As much criticism as it faced during its first years, "In the 1920s and 1930s the influence of Naturalism was the strongest in drawing-room comedies and in boulevard theatre" (Innes). Ironically, this criticized movement was very popular as many theaters portrayed Naturalist works. Shows that depict characters in their workplace, home and other place average citizens visit often require the actors to act real. Dramatic Naturalism led the way to modern shows and films as they use this style of theater to entertain the audience; especially films that portray certain historical figures at a certain period of time.

Works Cited

Innes, Christopher. "Naturalism." // Welcome to Modern Theater ////, // n.d. Web. 30 April 2013.

"Different acting styles, different approach." // Acting Class Online Tips, // n.d. Web. 30 April, 2013.

Cultural-Tyler Grubb


Influenced by the theory from Charles Darwin, dramatic naturalism holds a key part to acting and dramas as a whole. This part of acting shows the realism in life and the actors becoming, in a sense, the role. It brings a much more real perspective to the person(s) watching. Gives a greater experience to the audience and makes the play more lively. Putting this much devotion and time into a role shows the courage a actor has to better the role they have. " He praised the naturalistic novels of Balzac, and called for a new naturalistic style of theater" (Zola). The cultural effect of this shows that more and more people are getting serious on acting. Even the role of a serial killer is best made from a person who has to feel the thoughts and actions of a psycho. "Untitled Document." //Naturalism//. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.