"Theater is community. You need at least two people: an actor and someone to watch them tell their story. That's all you need, but you need those two."
"The world is burning. No one cares about your little Zoom plays. Theater artists make art because that's what theater artists do."
"It was about the god impulse that burns in every artist, in theater artists no less than any other, the need to create, to tell a story, to resist, to push back."
"A theater production is written in sand. The awareness of the impermanence of everything is inherent to the art form."
The year 2020 presented unprecedented challenges for theater artists due to isolation and the inability to gather. Unlike other art forms, theater relies on community and shared experiences. Artists attempted to adapt by creating plays on platforms like Zoom, though many struggled to engage audiences. The essence of theater lies in the need to create and tell stories, reflecting a deeper artistic impulse rather than seeking immediate impact. The impermanence of theater is a fundamental aspect, emphasizing that each production is unique and fleeting.
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