All time Quote by Tony Kushner
“In a sense, I feel like the job of the artist at all times is essentially the same, which is simply to tell the truth. I mean, I'm nervous about any prescriptions for what a writer should or shouldn't do.”
About This Quote
Source Play: “Angels in America” (1991)
Artists must convey truth, yet resist prescriptive rules about how to write.
In simple terms: Artists tell truth freely.
Embrace authentic expression.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- public speaking
- media criticism
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What truth do you feel compelled to share?
- How do you balance truth with audience expectations?
Some truths may be subjective.