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Maya AngelouRead
In the world of musical theatre, if everyone says it's a good idea, you wonder why nobody has done it before.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that popular consensus doesn't guarantee originality or effectiveness in creative ideas.
Tim Rice's quote reflects the idea that in the realm of musical theatre, a concept that receives unanimous praise may be questioned for its originality, implying that if a good idea is so obvious that everyone recognizes it, it should have already been explored. It underscores the importance of innovation over following the crowd, advocating for individuals to think critically about the uniqueness of their contributions to the artistic world.
Themes
Musical TheatreOriginalityCreativityIdeaConsensus
In practice
Example use cases
In a workshop on creative writing, this quote can inspire participants to pursue unique concepts rather than popular ones.
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