Absurd theatre is a genre of theatre that reflects the sense of disillusionment and alienation experienced in the modern world. It often features characters in nonsensical situations, with dialogue that is repetitive, fragmented, and illogical. The aim of absurd theatre is to challenge traditional forms of storytelling and provoke thought and reflection on the human condition. Playwrights such as Samuel Beckett, Eugene Ionesco, and Harold Pinter are considered prominent figures in the absurd theatre movement.
