Quote by Arthur Miller

By whatever means it is accomplished, the prime business of a play is to arouse the passions of its audience so that by the route of passion may be opened up new relationships between a man and men, and between men and Man. Drama is akin to the other inventions of man in that it ought to help us to know more, and not merely to spend our feelings.

By whatever means it is accomplished, the prime business of

Summary

This quote suggests that the primary goal of a play is to evoke strong emotions in its audience. It emphasizes the importance of these emotional experiences in establishing deeper connections between individuals and society as a whole. The quote argues that drama, like other human innovations, should strive to educate and provide insight, rather than simply providing a means to vent or indulge in feelings. In essence, it suggests that theater has the potential to catalyze personal and social growth by fostering empathy and understanding.

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