Art Quote by Jon Bernthal
“I think so many great artists are flocking to LA because the downtown art scene is so vibrant, there is cheap living and you can really flourish as an artist there. There is an unbelievably supportive and really smart, talented theatre audience in LA full of young, hungry, vibrant people. It's something that sort of makes me think of what New York must have been like in its downtown theater scene in the 1980s - before my time.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast discussion about Los Angeles arts scene, 2023
The speaker observes that Los Angeles attracts artists due to a lively downtown art community, affordable living, and an enthusiastic, knowledgeable audience, reminiscent of 1980s New York theater.
In simple terms: LA offers vibrant, affordable art scene with supportive audiences, similar to past NYC.
Key Takeaway
Consider moving to a city with a supportive creative community.
Themes
artistic communities
urban culture
affordability
audience engagement
Mood
optimistic
reflective
Type
observational
analytical
When to use this quote
- relocating artists
- starting a theater company
- seeking audience feedback
- building local networks
Key Concepts
gentrification
cultural migration
creative ecosystems
Questions to Reflect On
- What elements of a city make it fertile for artistic growth?
- How can emerging artists thrive without relocating?
A Different Perspective
High cost of living elsewhere may limit access to such vibrant scenes.
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