Authority Quote by Roger Rees
“Some of the finest Shakespeare has been done recently by college theater programs. I'll tell you what these young kids have: They have a natural authority in Shakespeare. They feel a right to do it. And once they honor the humanity of it, the rhythm of the verse comes with it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2005
College theater actors bring fresh authority and humanity to Shakespeare, allowing the rhythm of the verse to emerge naturally.
In simple terms: Young actors give Shakespeare fresh energy and respect.
Key Takeaway
Support and nurture emerging talent.
Themes
theatre
education
Shakespeare
authority
Mood
enthusiastic
reflective
Type
opinion
analysis
When to use this quote
- college productions
- classroom workshops
- community theater
- mentor guidance
Key Concepts
performance
interpretation
youth
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does authority affect interpretation?
- What role does humanity play in performance?
A Different Perspective
Lack of experience can hinder depth of performance.
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