The Black Mass

GPTKB entity

Statements (140)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:award
gptkb:play
gptkbp:adapted_into gptkb:radio_station
gptkb:film
gptkbp:addresses Social Issues
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:church
occult practices
gptkbp:audience Adults
gptkbp:challenges Traditional Theatre Norms
gptkbp:character gptkb:The_Virgin
gptkb:The_Devil
gptkb:The_Priest
gptkb:The_Congregation
gptkbp:character_appearance Contemporary
gptkbp:critical_reception Controversial
gptkbp:cultural_impact gptkb:Significant
gptkbp:died_in 2000s
gptkbp:directed_by gptkb:Julian_Beck
gptkbp:duration Approximately 90 minutes
gptkbp:explores Human Condition
Existential Themes
Faith and Doubt
Themes of spirituality
gptkbp:features ritualistic elements
Multimedia elements
gptkbp:first_performance gptkb:The_Living_Theatre
gptkbp:genre gptkb:Experimental_Theatre
gptkbp:has_variants different cultures
gptkbp:historical_debate philosophical discussions
gptkbp:historical_role pagan rituals
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Black Mass
gptkbp:includes Audience Participation
animal sacrifices
sacrilegious symbols
gptkbp:influenced Later Theatre Works
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:Beat_Generation
gptkb:Monarch
literature and film
gptkbp:inspired_by gptkb:award
gptkb:Theatre_of_the_Absurd
gptkbp:involves mockery of the Catholic Mass
gptkbp:is_a gptkb:play
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:church
gptkb:Politician
moral dilemmas
marginalized groups
ritualistic music
gptkbp:is_characterized_by Experimental Techniques
gptkbp:is_considered Controversial
A Pioneering Work
A Landmark Production
A Theatrical Experiment
gptkbp:is_considered_as a form of artistic expression
a cultural phenomenon
a controversial practice
a form of escapism
a taboo subject
a form of rebellion
a spiritual experience
a psychological exploration
Catholic Church as heretical
gptkbp:is_criticized_for gptkb:human_rights_advocates
religious authorities
academic studies
its ethical implications
its impact on society
its portrayal in media
religious scholars
promoting violence
gptkbp:is_documented_in gptkb:archaeological_site
gptkb:historical_figure
gptkb:legal_case
fictional works
gptkbp:is_explored_in gptkb:academic_research
gptkb:documentaries
gptkb:artwork
cultural studies.
gptkbp:is_influenced_by gptkb:historical_event
gptkb:Monarch
gptkbp:is_linked_to gptkb:political_movement
the counterculture movement
the study of religion
the history of heresy
the concept of blasphemy
the exploration of taboo subjects
gptkbp:is_noted_for Its Bold Themes
Its Unique Style
gptkbp:is_often_associated_with gptkb:fear_and_superstition
gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as media portrayals
a mainstream practice
a genuine worship of Satan
a legitimate religious practice
other occult rituals
gptkbp:is_often_used_in artistic performances
a political statement
Satanic groups
protests against organized religion
gptkbp:is_part_of Satanic literature
The Living Theatre's Repertoire
gptkbp:is_related_to witchcraft
gptkbp:is_represented_in gptkb:organization
gptkbp:is_subject_to legal scrutiny in some regions
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:lighting Innovative
gptkbp:music gptkb:Original_Score
gptkbp:notable_performance 1970 Off-Broadway Revival
gptkbp:origin medieval Europe
gptkbp:performed_by gptkb:urban_legends
gptkb:The_Living_Theatre
Various Locations
Various Languages
Various Theatre Companies
Diverse Cast
specific attire
various sects
The 1960s
specific rituals
Various Theatres
Professional Actors
private gatherings
secret locations
Ensemble Cast
specific chants
Theatrical Venues
secretive environments
certain ceremonies
self-identified Satanists
An Ensemble
gptkbp:position_held gptkb:Halloween
gptkbp:premiered_on gptkb:1969
The Living Theatre's Venue
gptkbp:set_in Minimalist
A Theatrical Space
gptkbp:style Non-traditional
gptkbp:themes gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:political_movement
Politics
gptkbp:written_by gptkb:William_S._Burroughs
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Edge
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3