Tom StoppardIf you want to change something by Tuesday, theater is no good. Journalism is what does that. But, if you want to just alter the chemistry of the moral matrix, then theater has a longer half-life.
About This Quote
This quote is a reminder that even if something is happening in a short time, it can have a lasting impact. The media has a long half-life, and while it may be reported on in the news today, it can be forgotten by next week. On the other hand, theater has a much longer half-life because it’s something that people remember for years to come.
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