Good theatre satisfies the emotions and the intellect.

It is honest in its emotional connection to its character.

It is a challenge for the audience and the performers.

It tells a story, no matter how oblique.

It is visually and aurally unique, but always in support of the script.

Good theatre sticks with you for a long time after the experience.

Good theatre inspires you to be a better person, even if it is ever so slight.

Good theatre frightens and entertains.

Good theatre respects the audience.

Good theatre cannot be fully explained or planned; it is art and art is unpredictable.

Good theatre is an event in and of itself. It is representational and it is actual.

Sean Graney is the artistic director of The Hypocrites. 

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