Japanese Inspirations and Enchantments: Jerzy Grotowski and Mieczysław Limonowski
Japońskie inspiracje i zauroczenia: Jerzy Grotowski, Mieczysław Limanowski

Summary/Abstract: Osiński describes the impact that Japanese N? theater had on Grotowski, citing statements and texts by the director, as well as texts by Jadwiga Rodowicz, and his own recollections. In searching out the sources and the consequences of this fascination, he recalls Grotowski’s lectures on Oriental philosophy and his visit to Tokyo. His point of departure for his thoughts on Limanowski is a letter to Stanisław Witkiewicz, quoted here in full, in which the author states: “Japaneseness not solely limited to art, but conceived in a much broader fashion, concerning the whole approach of the young disciple toward life.” Osiński also stresses Limanowski’s enthusiasm for the Japanese actress Sada Yako.

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