Actor Quote by Peter Brook
“Every form of theatre has something in common with a visit to the doctor. On the way out, one should always feel better than on the way in.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Empty Space, 1968
Theatre, like a medical visit, should leave the audience healthier emotionally after experience.
In simple terms: Theatre should improve you like a doctor.
Key Takeaway
Seek experiences that heal.
Themes
theatre
healing
experience
audience
performance
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
observational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- watching a play
- participating in improv
- attending therapy sessions
- reading drama
- visiting a doctor
Key Concepts
psychology
empathy
transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a play change your mood?
- What makes a performance therapeutic?
A Different Perspective
If the performance is poor, it may leave you worse off.
