“There are two kinds of theatre, good and bad. Much as I should like to see theatre in America, I would rather have no theatre than bad theatre. What we must strive for is perfection and come as close to it as is humanly possible.”
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Margo Jones
Margo Jones was an outstanding stage director, born on December 12, 1911, and passed away on July 26, 1955. Her influence in the theater world was profound, known for her unique directing style and profound understanding of dramatic art. more
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