Quote by George Santayana

The theatre, for all its artifices, depicts life in a sense more truly than history, because the medium has a kindred movement to that of real life, though an artificial setting and form.

The theatre, for all its artifices, depicts life in a sense

Summary

This quote suggests that despite its artificiality, theatre represents life more accurately than history does. It argues that theatre has a shared essence with real life, even though it takes place in an artificial setting and is presented through a constructed form. Unlike history, which is based on factual accounts and events, theatre captures the essence and movement of life itself, allowing the audience to connect with the human experience in a more authentic and relatable way.

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By George Santayana

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