Entertainment Quote by John Kani
“We are sort of not at the level of entertainment that the Western world is. Everything we see on the play in the screen, we read, we take serious. We take that it speaks to me. And so wonderful to see how the Johannesburg, South African audiences will say: What does it say to me? What does it make me feel? Why am I celebrating it?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing African theatre at the 2023 Johannesburg Arts Festival
The speaker notes that African audiences engage deeply, seeking personal meaning and emotional resonance beyond mere entertainment, contrasting with Western passive consumption.
In simple terms: Audiences look for personal relevance and feeling.
Key Takeaway
Create work that invites personal interpretation and emotional response.
Themes
culture
audience engagement
theatre
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
critical
analytical
When to use this quote
- theatre productions
- film screenings
- community discussions
Key Concepts
sociology
performance studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can creators balance entertainment and depth?
- What methods deepen audience reflection?
A Different Perspective
Not all audiences may connect similarly.
