"Towards a Poor Theatre" Quotes
An influential manifesto exploring the transformative power of minimalist theatre and the importance of the actor-audience relationship.
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Quotes
Theatre is a weapon, and it is the people who should wield it.
Theatre is a collective act, a communal presence.
The true actor cannot be recognized by his outward appearance, but by his inner truth.
Theatre is not a place for escape, but a place for confrontation.
The actor must be willing to expose their vulnerability on stage.
In theatre, every action must have a purpose.
Theatre is a laboratory for the exploration of the human condition.
The actor must strive to be present in the moment, fully connected to the here and now.
Theatre is a medium for the transformation of consciousness.
The actor must have a deep understanding of their character's motivations.
