REVIEW OF THE HISTORY OF RADIO THEATRE

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to consider the historical development of radio theatre and its influence on society. It is noted that radio theatre, which first appeared in the early 20 th century, began to be widely used as a means of mass media, especially during the war years and in subsequent periods. The article presents the main stages of radio theatre, its technological and artistic development, as well as examples from different countries. It also compares classical and modern formats of radio theatre, emphasizing its connection with drama and acting. Finally, the role of this art form in the modern era and its future prospects are discussed. Methods: The study used such methods as analysis of historical information, observation, comparison, systematization and generalization. Scientific novelty: The article is the first in Russian scientific literature to systematically analyze the historical development of radio theater, consider the reasons for its emergence, stages of formation and innovations in this area. It is noted that from the beginning of the 19 th century to the present, the genre diversity of radio theater, the expansion of its technical capabilities and its impact on the audience have been considered. The article also introduces scientific novelty by analyzing the role of radio theater in intercultural communication and its integration with other forms of modern media. Conclusions: The study shows that radio theater has developed over time, adapting to new technologies and changing audience demands. It plays an important role both in the production of classical literary works and in the formation of experimental genres. The widespread use of podcasts and Internet radio formats in modern times opens up new opportunities for radio theater. The article proposes further prospects for the development of radio theatre and its integration with multimedia platforms.