High Quote by Natasha Rothwell
“I feel like theater in high school seems to be sort of like the safe haven for the outsiders and people who don't necessarily fit in. And it was a come-as-you-are sort of class, and it's a come-as-you-are after-school activity.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2021
High school theater offers a refuge where outsiders can belong and be authentic.
In simple terms: Theater is a safe space for outsiders.
Create inclusive creative spaces.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school clubs
- after‑school programs
- support groups
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can theater stay inclusive?
- What barriers prevent outsider participation?
Not all outsiders feel accepted in such settings.