Re: New to RAT Communique`

[jonoh1@juno.com]

Hazzah,

	I believe that one reason people don't go to theatre is that 
>it's
>no longer part of the social dialogue.  

Yes. This and the fact that the theatre is <experiential>. We must work
when we attend the theatre. You had to be there. Films are far more
passive. You can be anywhere and watch a film. Not that we're lazy or
anything.

 The popularity of 
>fringe
>festivals has come about from making these things *events* that 
>define
>one's identity with a tribe. 

Nail, I would like you to meet Head. Bingo.

 Much the same as the sudden growth of 
>theatre
>ensembles in late 60's, connected with the political & 
>countercultural
>explosion - going to this particular theatre was like going to a rock
>concert, part of identifying with your tribe.

Plus they're cheap. Always a good selling point.

You got a lot to say, dude. Rock on.
Jonathan


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