The Book Club cover image

Libby Emmons: A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen

The Book Club

CHAPTER

The Tarantella: A Dance of Desperation and Memory

This chapter examines a pivotal scene in Ibsen's play where a character performs the Tarantella dance, symbolizing her struggle to reclaim lost joy and beauty in her marriage. It also discusses the broader influence of Ibsen and his contemporaries on the evolution of psychological drama in theatre.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner