"It's called Sisters of the Winter Madrigal. It was interesting for me to see it done after so many years; because I wrote it and I didn't realize what a rage I was in"
- Beth Henley
About this Quote
This quote by Beth Henley is referring to her play, Sisters of the Winter Madrigal. It is most likely that she composed the play many years ago, and has actually just recently seen it carried out. The quote suggests that she was surprised by the response to the play, and that she had actually not recognized how passionate she was when she composed it. This could be interpreted as a reflection on how her emotions and experiences have altered throughout the years, and how her perspective on her own work has actually moved. It might also be viewed as a testament to the power of art, and how it can still evoke strong feelings in its developer even after several years. Henley's quote is a reminder of the significance of reviewing our past work, and of the impact that our innovative endeavors can have on us.
This quote is written / told by Beth Henley somewhere between August 8, 1952 and today. She was a famous Playwright from USA.
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