The musical has always been in jeopardy - until - or was in jeopardy until it was realised that it is probably the safest living theatre art form.
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What's missing in the musical theater is producers willing to nurture new work, raise the money and put it on.
Interpretation
What this quote means
New musical theater requires producers who are willing to invest in and support original creations.
Harold Prince highlights the importance of producers in the musical theater industry who are not only able to finance productions but are also committed to nurturing innovative and original works. His statement underscores the need for a supportive creative environment where new ideas can flourish, rather than solely relying on established shows and formulas.
Themes
Musical TheaterProducersNew WorkCreative SupportInnovation
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a theater conference on the importance of supporting emerging artists.
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