It is not theatre that is indispensable, but something quite different. To cross the frontiers between you and me.
Jerzy GrotowskiRead
Actors should arouse a sense of wonder because of their ability to exceed what the spectators can envision ever being able to do.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the transformative power of actors to inspire awe in their audience through extraordinary performances.
Jerzy Grotowski highlights the unique responsibility of actors to evoke a sense of wonder in their audiences. By transcending the ordinary limits of human experience, actors can inspire spectators to imagine possibilities beyond their own capabilities, thereby enriching the emotional and psychological landscape of the theatre.
Themes
ActorsWonderPerformanceImaginationTheatre
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used to inspire aspiring actors at a drama workshop.
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