Amount Quote by Denis O'Hare
“There are values on Broadway that are dangerous: it's got to be Best Musical, it's got to make money, it's got to run a certain amount of time. Nowhere in this, of course, is there any mention of quality.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Broadway Discussion, 2022
Commercial pressures often eclipse artistic quality in theater.
In simple terms: Money can outweigh art.
Key Takeaway
Balance profit with artistic integrity.
Themes
art
business
quality
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- producing shows
- investing in theater
- audience expectations
- artist negotiations
Key Concepts
economics
creative tension
Questions to Reflect On
- Should profit dictate artistic choices?
- How can quality be preserved under commercial pressure?
A Different Perspective
Financial success doesn't guarantee artistic excellence.
