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I guess I've accepted that theatre is never going to be edgy in the way I want it to be. It's too expensive for a start. And, the audience seems to be complicit in the dullness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the author's frustration with the lack of edginess in theatre, attributing it to high costs and a passive audience.
Martin McDonagh expresses a sense of resignation regarding the state of theatre, suggesting that its inherent costs prevent it from being provocative or challenging. He also hints that the audience's acceptance of less daring productions contributes to this stagnation, implying that both the economic structure and the audience's expectations shape the artistic landscape in a way that limits bold creativity.
Themes
TheatreArtAudienceCreativityEdginess
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be referenced during a discussion on the future of theatre and its artistic direction.
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