The relationship between theatre and folklore in the stage art of the Republic of Moldova (1950-1980)

The article serves as an introduction to the topic concerning the relationship between the oral folk creation and theatrical performance, with some references to the history of the emergence of the Romanian national theatre, but especially to the theatrical art in the Republic of Moldova. The main research method for this subject is the cultural-historical approach, along with analysis and synthesis. We highlight the importance of traditional folk creation in shaping the theatre in Moldova and its manifestations in the performing arts at different stages of national theatre development. A special role in this context is attributed to the dramatic text and the director’s vision, particularly in the productions staged between the 1950s and 1980s. We conclude that the relationship between the stage and folklore manifests itself differently depending on the demands of the time, the talent and artistic vision of the creative personality, as well as the freedom of creation in certain historical periods.