Ben Brantley
1954
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Biography
Ben Brantley is an American journalist and theater critic who has been the co-chief theater critic for The New York Times since 1996. Known for his insightful and influential reviews, Brantley has become a prominent voice in the world of theater criticism. He has received numerous awards for his work, including the George Jean Nathan Award for Dramatic Criticism.
Famous Quotes (5)
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A good review can bring a performer and audience together in a kind of creative embrace.
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Theatergoing has become our approximation of communal ritual.
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For the theater as for the philosophy, it's a place for contemplation. It's a place where you take a step back and are invited to see life as if it were a dream.
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So much of what you call culture just feels like SparksNotes for things that are better when they're longer.
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Anytime you are doing something outlandish, there's a very fine line between brilliance and folly.