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A man must commit a crime at least once in his life-time. Only then will his virtue be recognized

A man must commit a crime at least once in his life-time. Only then will his virtue be recognized

Girish Karnad
Men, Virtue, Crime
Girish Raghunath Karnad (1994). “Three Plays”, Oxford University Press

The world has never before had as much drama as today. Radio, films, television and video inundate us with drama. But while these forms can engage or even enrage the audience, in none of them can the viewer’s response alter the artistic event itselfThat is why theatre is signing its own death warrant when it tries to play too safe. On the other hand, that is also the reason why, although its future often seems bleak, theatre will continue to live and to provoke.

Girish Karnad
Drama, Hands, Play

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