Art Quote by Michael Portillo
“I feel opera is an expression of artistic excellence. To do it is expensive, as there's a requirement for an orchestra, good voices, excellent sets, and the fact that productions generally have only short runs. But I believe it's something we ought to achieve as a nation.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Guardian, 2019
Opera epitomizes high art but is costly; nations should support it.
In simple terms: Opera is elite art needing support.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for public funding of opera.
Themes
culture
arts
national pride
Mood
advocative
optimistic
Type
cultural
policy
When to use this quote
- government grants
- education programs
- community outreach
Key Concepts
public policy
artistic excellence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can opera become more accessible?
- What role should government play in arts?
A Different Perspective
Budget constraints limit support.
