Communication Quote by Robert Lepage
“When I directed the 'Ring' cycle at the Metropolitan Opera in New York recently, there were people texting all through the show. But theatre isn't a communication device: it's a communion.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview about directing Ring at Metropolitan Opera
The speaker criticizes audience distraction, emphasizing that theater should be a shared, sacred experience rather than a platform for personal communication.
In simple terms: Theater is a communal art, not a personal chat.
Key Takeaway
Treat performances as shared, sacred moments.
Themes
art
attention
community
ritual
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
observational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- attending opera
- live theater
- public performances
- digital etiquette
Key Concepts
theatrical immersion
collective experience
etiquette
Questions to Reflect On
- How can audiences respect live art?
- What responsibilities do performers have to engage viewers?
A Different Perspective
Audience habits may be hard to change; some find texting acceptable.
