The Truth About the Value of Theatre | Kim Sandstrom | TEDxOcala

4,131 views · Published 6 December 2018 · 16:03 · Indexed 28 September 2026

Channel: TEDx Talks · 2018 · Nonprofits & Activism

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From a caveman cracking bones and jokes around a fire, to minstrels and tellers of tall tales, to the cast of Hamilton, theater tells society the truth about ourselves. The time honored value of theater must not give way to the incessant beat of 24/7 video streaming. Theater slows down our stories, sets them apart and lights our truths up. The unique ability of theater to sit someone down, make them listen and watch, without distractions and with focus, provides a way by which we can have deeper understanding of one another, our challenges and our triumphs. Theater tells us the truth and we need the mirror of theater more than ever before.
 Theatre coach, speaker, and safety advocate. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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