Bertolt Brecht was a German playwright and poet, born in 1898 and active in the early to mid-20th century. He is renowned for his innovative approaches to theatre, which emphasized a style called "epic theatre." Brecht aimed to provoke critical thinking in his audience rather than simply entertaining them. Through techniques such as breaking the fourth wall and using narration, he sought to encourage viewers to engage with social and political issues. Brecht's works...