Quote by Stephen Sondheim

Musicals are, by nature, theatrical, meaning poetic, meaning having to move the audience's imagination and create a suspension of disbelief, by which I mean there's no fourth wall.

Musicals are, by nature, theatrical, meaning poetic, meaning

Summary

This quote highlights the essence of musicals as a genre. It suggests that musicals are inherently theatrical, emphasizing their poetic nature and ability to engage and captivate the audience's imagination. By breaking the fourth wall, meaning the fictional barrier between performers and audience, musicals strive to establish a connection that goes beyond mere observation. Through singing, dancing, and storytelling, musicals encourage the audience to suspend their disbelief and actively participate in the fantastical world being presented on stage.

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Imagination

By Stephen Sondheim

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