jean anouilh
Definition
Proper noun: A French dramatist, born in 1910 and died in 1987, renowned for his modern reinterpretations of classical Greek myths and tragedies. His works often explore themes of purity, compromise, and the conflict between idealism and reality.
Usage
- Jean Anouilh is a significant figure in 20th-century French theatre.
- The play by Jean Anouilh is a famous modern adaptation of the Sophocles tragedy.
- Scholars often study the works of Jean Anouilh to understand mid-century European drama.
Advanced Usage
- Anouilh's [play/character/themes]: Used to denote a specific aspect of his work.
- Anouilh's Antigone presents a heroine in stark rebellion against a pragmatic state.
- In the style of Anouilh: Describing a dramatic work that shares characteristics with his plays, such as modernized classics or existential conflicts within domestic settings.
Variants and Related Words
- Anouilhian (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Jean Anouilh or his works.
- The play has an Anouilhian atmosphere of tragic inevitability.
Synonyms
- Dramatist
- Playwright
- Author (specifically of plays)
Related Phrases
- Modern tragedy: A genre in which Anouilh's work is often categorized.
- Theatre of the mid-20th century: The historical and artistic period of his productivity.
Noun
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French dramatist noted for his reinterpretations of Greek myths (1910-1987)
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