Quote by Thornton Wilder

The unencumbered stage encourages the truth operative in everyone. The less seen, the more heard. The eye is the enemy of the ear in real drama.


The unencumbered stage encourages the truth operative in eve

Summary

This quote suggests that when the stage is free from distractions and excessive visuals, it allows the truth to come forward through the performers. It implies that in genuine and powerful drama, what is heard carries more weight than what is seen. It emphasizes that the visual aspect can sometimes be a hindrance to truly understanding and appreciating the deeper messages conveyed in a performance. By minimizing the influence of the eye, the quote implies that the audience can fully engage with and comprehend the essence of the drama.

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Theater
By Thornton Wilder
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