Cell phone Quote by John Buffalo Mailer
“It's a certain kind of human compact that obviously you lose as soon as there is a screen and a camera there, so I think we'll always have theater. I think theater will always be a powerful force because we need that human touch, particularly as we spend more and more time with machines, cell phones, computers we start to lose our humanity.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: TED Talk on Technology and Humanity, 2018
Human connection in theater remains vital as technology distances us, preserving our humanity.
In simple terms: Theater keeps us human amid tech.
Key Takeaway
Value live, human‑centered experiences.
Themes
humanity
technology
theater
connection
digital age
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
artistic
cultural
When to use this quote
- theater productions
- school curricula
- community events
- digital detox retreats
Key Concepts
philosophy
media studies
cultural criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What role should theater play in a digital society?
- How can we balance tech use with human interaction?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on screens may diminish real‑world empathy.
