Symbolism in Equus

Symbolism in Equus

1. Passion

   • Alan's obsession with Equus the horse

2. Lack of passion

   • Frank Strang

3. Instincitve human traits

   • Jill's sexual desire/ Dreams

4. Over- civilised human traits

   • Cinema- skin flick

5. Social acceptance

   • Alan lies to Dysart saying he put it in Jill / Dysart's 'mask'

6. Sexual repression

   • Self- flagellation- Alan's private/ intimate moment whilst on Equus

7. Class aspiration

   • Alan dresses up as a horse

8. Judgement

   • Masks- eyes watching them all the way through the play

9. Rebellion

   • Advertisement jingles Alan sings