The purpose of this paper will be as follows: in Chapter I to study Cocteau's references and reactions to death in his own life; in Chapter II to discuss the theme of death as it appears in his theatre; in Chapter III to examine the techniques in which death is presented on his stage; to assess, in the Conclusion, the dramatic value of both the theme of death and its expression and the effectiveness and suitability of the mise en scène in the presentation of this theme.Master of Arts (MA
