“All the world’s a stage…” - William Shakespeare. For as long as language has been around, theatre came hand-in-hand. Theatre has been a symbol for Greeks, Romans, and Sanskrits; taking the name of theatre down in history. Being such an old and impressionable art form, there were bound to be changes within it. Is it akin to different art forms, that come and go? Many people find themselves asking that question, but the answer is elementary. Theatre in the United States of America is very alive and important today.
An actor on a screen may tell you the same story that an actor on a stage could, both being equally as riveting. They can both completely immerse you in their tale, but the live world of theatre offers a human element that film and television cannot. Being able to see the actor in person adds a new and strong connection between the artist and the audience. A patron can see every little decision the actor makes for a character that another actor has played differently. This is a chance to see the different aspects taken on the role, antithetical to television. This new take on a character also reflects a part of the actor, making it seem all the more personal. To top it all off,
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Theatre makes the actor very self aware. They are always conscious of the way they are standing, how well they are projecting, and how their emotions are being expressed. An actor may find themselves in each character they play, which can remind them of different situations in their life, when the emotion was strong. This has been believed to improve memory. With the right cast, an actor can always make life-long friends. An audience member may discover they are learning about different cultures, history, and lives people may have led during a certain time. This helps the viewer digest new information, making them a constant learner. All of the information is worth the hefty price of a