Statements (72)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:play
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Nandalal_Bose
|
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:film |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Wole_Soyinka
|
| gptkbp:awards |
African Literature Association Award.
Nigerian National Order of Merit. |
| gptkbp:characteristics |
exploration of identity.
audience engagement. historical context. cultural critique. visual storytelling. complex characters. social commentary. exploration of morality. philosophical questions. use of humor. cultural references. emotional depth. dramatic irony. exploration of gender roles. use of music. multi-layered narrative. circular narrative. dance elements. exploration of change. exploration of community. exploration of conflict. exploration of fate. exploration of history. exploration of human experience. exploration of modernity. exploration of power dynamics. exploration of spirituality. exploration of tradition. intertextuality. metaphorical elements. poetic language. rich symbolism. |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
acclaimed
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
addresses social issues.
examines colonial impact. reflects Nigerian culture. |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:1960
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:High_School
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Dance of the Forests
|
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
African spirituality.
European theatre. Nigerian history. |
| gptkbp:influences |
African literature
postcolonial literature |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
African traditions.
Nigerian folklore. |
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:notable_character |
gptkb:The_Forest_Spirits
gptkb:The_Protagonist gptkb:The_Village_People |
| gptkbp:performance |
symbolic
interactive ritualistic |
| gptkbp:premise |
explores the clash between tradition and modernity.
|
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:1963
|
| gptkbp:related_works |
The Road.
A Dance of the Forests. Death and the King's Horseman. The Lion and the Jewel. The Strong Breed. |
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Politician
|
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:TV_series
gptkb:award modernity |