Quote by Howard Barker

I submit all my plays to the National Theatre for rejection. To assure myself I am seeing clearly.

I submit all my plays to the National Theatre for rejection.

Summary

This quote signifies the playwright's intention to submit their work to the National Theatre not with the hope of acceptance, but rather as a means of self-validation and objectivity. By deliberately seeking rejection, they seek assurance that they are perceiving their plays accurately, free from any personal bias or overinflated confidence. It highlights their humility and desire to constantly improve their craft by embracing criticism and seeing their work through a more critical lens.

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By Howard Barker

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