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I try to tell a story when I'm playing. I try to make an…

“I try to tell a story when I'm playing. I try to make an emotional connection when I'm playing versus before I played just to play. Now there's a sense of purpose of why I play, of how I play. So people can actually feel what I'm saying to them.” quote by Kerry James Marshall
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“I try to tell a story when I'm playing. I try to make an emotional connection when I'm playing versus before I played just to play. Now there's a sense of purpose of why I play, of how I play. So people can actually feel what I'm saying to them.”

Kerry James Marshall

About This Quote

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

The artist seeks to embed narrative and emotion into performance, turning play into purposeful expression that communicates to the audience.

In simple terms: He wants his play to tell a story and connect emotionally.

Key Takeaway

Play with intention and narrative.

Themes

art expression storytelling purpose audience

Mood

reflective inspired thoughtful

Type

artistic motivational

When to use this quote

  • theatre performance
  • musical improvisation
  • sports coaching
  • public speaking
  • interactive installations

Key Concepts

narrative emotional connection intentionality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does narrative change the impact of your performance?
  • What stories can you convey through your medium?
A Different Perspective

May be limited by audience willingness to engage or interpret the intended story.

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