Quote by Stephen Sondheim

Art, in itself, is an attempt to bring order out of chaos.

Art, in itself, is an attempt to bring order out of chaos.

Summary

This quote suggests that art serves the purpose of imposing structure and organization onto a world that may be chaotic. It implies that through the creative process, artists are able to make sense of the disorder and complexity of reality, arranging and interpreting it in a way that is meaningful and understandable. In this way, art becomes a way to navigate and make peace with the chaos of existence.

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By Stephen Sondheim

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