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“I don't like sympathetic characters.”

Quote by Howard Barker

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Howard Barker, born on June 28, 1946, is a British playwright known for his profound political and social critiques. His works often explore themes of power, gender, and class. more

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“We are suffocated by writers who want to enlighten us with their truths. For me, the theatre is beautiful because it is a secret, and secrets seduce us, we all want to share secrets.”

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“When I write, I am not giving a lecture, I am speculating on behavior. Sometimes this is dangerous, but it should be. As I say often, theatre is a dark place and we should keep the light out of it.”

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“To despise riches, may, indeed, be philosophic, but to dispense them worthily, must surely be more beneficial to mankind.”

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