Quote by T. S. Eliot

A play should give you something to think about. When I see a play and understand it the first time, then I know it can't be much good.

A play should give you something to think about. When I see

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This quote suggests that a good play should not be easily comprehensible on the first viewing. It implies that a play should challenge the audience's thoughts and provoke them to contemplate deeper meanings and messages. If a play is too straightforward and easily understood, it may lack complexity and intellectual stimulation. The quote implies that a truly engaging and impactful play requires multiple viewings and further exploration to fully appreciate its quality and depth.

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