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“Very hard to get an audience. So if you're going to fill the theatre, you can't just rely on old stuff.” quote by Keith Johnstone
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“Very hard to get an audience. So if you're going to fill the theatre, you can't just rely on old stuff.”

Keith Johnstone

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Audience engagement requires fresh material; relying solely on classics won't fill seats.

In simple terms: New content draws crowds.

Key Takeaway

Offer original work.

Themes

creativity audience theatre

Mood

challenging energetic

Type

advice practical

When to use this quote

  • producing new plays
  • marketing shows
  • programming festivals
  • reviving venues

Key Concepts

innovation risk relevance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance new and classic pieces?
  • What risks are you willing to take for originality?
A Different Perspective

Old works still have value for education and nostalgia.

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