Quote by Sir Peter Hall

I don't regard Brecht as a man of iron-gray purpose and intellect, I think he is a theatrical whore of the first quality.

I don't regard Brecht as a man of iron-gray purpose and inte

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker does not see Bertolt Brecht as a person with strong determination and intellectual prowess, but rather as someone who prioritizes theatricality above all else. By referring to Brecht as a "theatrical whore," the speaker implies that Brecht is solely focused on theatrical success and might compromise artistic integrity for the sake of popularity. The quote conveys a negative opinion of Brecht, suggesting a perception of him as someone more concerned with theatrical spectacles than genuine substance.

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