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“Don't make a wall of glass between your play and the people watching. Don't forget they were once children, who enjoyed being read to, or sung to sleep.” quote by Sarah Ruhl
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““Don't make a wall of glass between your play and the people watching. Don't forget they were once children, who enjoyed being read to, or sung to sleep.””

Sarah Ruhl

About This Quote

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

Avoid creating barriers between performance and audience; remember their childlike openness to stories and songs.

In simple terms: Don’t separate art from its viewers.

Key Takeaway

Keep art accessible and relatable.

Themes

empathy connection playfulness

Mood

warm thoughtful

Type

inspirational reflective

When to use this quote

  • theatre
  • education
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

audience engagement storytelling vulnerability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you bridge gaps in your work?
  • What childhood memories can you evoke?
A Different Perspective

Audiences may still feel alienated despite effort.

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