Acting Quote by Robert Lepage
“I find it very strange when people say that they are trying to solve 'Uncle Vanya' or find a solution for 'Henry V.' Plays aren't puzzles. They are about playing. But so much theatre has become about performing and acting rather than playing, which is a great pity because audiences are captivated by watching people play.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Theatre, Robert Lepage, 2015
Theatre should be about play and spontaneity, not just performance; treating it as a puzzle loses its vitality.
In simple terms: Theatre is play, not a puzzle.
Key Takeaway
Embrace playful creativity in performance.
Themes
theatre
creativity
play
performance
audience
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- actor rehearsals
- directed productions
- educational workshops
- community theatre
- audience engagement
Key Concepts
artistic expression
improvisation
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make rehearsal feel like play?
- What does “play” mean to your audience?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on performance can stifle genuine expression.
