Every play is rhythmic control. If you want an audience to go on a journey, it's rhythmic control. You're crafting when they lean in, when they push back, when they breathe, when they surrender.
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I think I am the first person of color to direct a major white play on Broadway. In 1993? That's astounding to me. And horrifying to me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the significance and shock of racial representation in theater.
George C. Wolfe reflects on his historic role as a person of color directing a major Broadway production, expressing both pride and a sense of disbelief about the lack of diversity in the arts during that era. His words underscore the ongoing challenges of racial representation and equity within the theater industry, prompting questions about progress and the need for inclusive voices.
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BroadwayRepresentationDiversityTheaterRaceHistory
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in discussions about diversity initiatives in the arts.
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