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9 April 2018
Manifesto for Theatre of the Twenty-First Century
Since its inception, performance has acted as a vehicle for self-expression, social and political change, cultural commentary, educational programs, and entertainment. In the twenty-first century, I believe that theatre is still an extremely important way of communication. While shows provide an escape from the hustle of everyday life, they also provide important calls for change in the world and effect performers, crew members, and audiences in an emotional fashion. Theatre brings people together for a uniting empathetic experience hardly found elsewhere. It encourages us to evaluate our

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