Quote by Tony Kushner

I feel there's a power in theatre, but it's an indirect power. It's like the relationship of the sleeper to the unconscious. You discover things you can't afford to countenance in waking life. You can forget them, remember them a day later or not have any idea what they are about.

I feel there's a power in theatre, but it's an indirect powe

Summary

This quote suggests that theatre has a unique power that is not overt, but rather operates in an indirect way. Just as a sleeper may encounter suppressed thoughts or unconscious desires, theatre enables individuals to explore aspects of themselves or their world that they may not be able to openly confront in everyday life. The experiences within a theatrical performance can be profound and transformative, leading individuals to encounter insights they may forget, remember later, or not fully comprehend at first. Theatre allows for the discovery of deep truths that can have a lasting impact on personal reflection and understanding.

By Tony Kushner

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