The Origin and Development of Eurythmy 1912–1918

GA 277a — 12 January 1918, Dornach

Notes on an Eurythmy Lesson

When Lory Maier-Smits met Rudolf Steiner again in Nuremberg in February 1918 (see the following chapter), he told her about the new development of humorous sketches in Dornach. In the context of the first text of this kind—Paul Scheerbart's “Die gebratene Flunder” (The Fried Flounder), which was first performed on January 12, 1918—he also gave the form for “Fear and Terror.”

Lory Maier-Smits, from: “Die Anfänge der Eurythmie” (The Beginnings of Eurythmy)

After a few words about my performances, he told me very vividly about eurythmy in Dornach, which I had not seen for a long time, prevented from traveling by the war. "Yes, eurythmy has really come a long way in the last few weeks. We have now finally succeeded in staging a humorous poem: Peter Schlemihl's [sic! probably actually: Paul Scheerbart] “Gebratene Flunder” (Fried Flounder) from Simplicissimus. The fried flounder itself, the burning kerosene lamp, the yellow silk family sofa, and the rocking chair all make an appearance. Finally, the kerosene lamp falls over and causes a terrible mess. But you see, this really represents a huge step forward in eurythmy, and we will continue to work a lot in this direction. I would always like to have a humorous final part for the programs."

Rudolf Steiner: Form for Fear and Terror

by me / Dr. St. / by me / Dr. St. / Fear Terror / drawn by Dr. St.