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“As far as I'm concerned all theatre is physical. As Aristotle says, you know, theatre is an act and an action, and he didn't mean just the writing of it, he meant that at the centre of any piece there is an action, a physical action.”

Quote by Simon McBurney

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Simon McBurney is a British actor and director, born on August 25, 1957. He has made significant contributions to both theater and film, renowned for his unique acting style and directing talent. more

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