Always Quote by Harold Prince
“I've always loved Victorian melodrama. And I've always liked larger-than-life theater, providing it's truthful and honest. I like what the theater can provide in energy and bombast - I enjoy it when it's large, and by that I don't mean in size, I mean in emotions. Shakespeare did that.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Interview with Harold Prince, 2005
The speaker values theatrical experiences that are emotionally intense and honest, likening them to Shakespeare’s powerful, larger‑than‑life style.
In simple terms: Big, honest theater is powerful.
Key Takeaway
Embrace bold, honest expression.
Themes
theater
emotion
authenticity
Mood
enthusiastic
inspired
Type
commentary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- producing shows
- acting workshops
- creative writing
- performance critique
Key Concepts
dramatic intensity
artistic honesty
emotional honesty
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions do you seek in art?
- How does honesty affect audience impact?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone enjoys or can handle such intensity.
