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“Drama criticism ... is a self-knowing account of the way in which one's consciousness has been modified during an evening at the theatre.”

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Kenneth Tynan

Kenneth Tynan, born on April 2, 1927, and died on July 26, 1980, was a British critic, writer, and actor. Known for his profound insights into theater and sharp criticism, Tynan had a significant impact on 20th-century British drama. more

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Source: Hit Or Miss! A Musical Farce in Two Acts

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