Quote by: Jerzy Grotowski

So always avoid banality. That is, avoid illustrating the author's words and remarks. If you want to create a true masterpiece you must always avoid beautiful lies: the truths on the calender under each date you find a proverb or saying such as: "He who is good to others will be happy." But this is not true. It is a lie. The spectator, perhaps, is content. The spectator likes easy truths. But we are not there to please or pander to the spectator. We are here to tell the truth.


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Author Bio


  • NameJerzy Grotowski
  • DescriptionPolish theatre director
  • BornAugust 13, 1933
  • DiedJanuary 14, 1999
  • CountryPoland
  • ProfessionTheatre Director; Artist
  • AwardsMacArthur Fellows Program