“I have tremendous affection for New York and my life, but I'm a satiri...” — Theresa Rebeck Quote

I have tremendous affection for New York and my life, but I'm a satirist at heart. And it's easy to satirize New York.

I think it goes without saying that young would-be playwrights in developmental workshops should be so lucky as to write plays as good as 'Waiting for Godot,' 'Uncle Vanya' or 'King Lear,' none of which would have existed without a decent plot.

I sincerely believe that for the New York theatre to remain relevant, all our major producing institutions should be presenting new American plays.

You have to respect who the character is. It has its own internal truth, and you can't betray that. And if you don't betray that, it will not betray you.

In Greek mythology, Cassandra was given the gift of prophecy, except - due to her rejection of Apollo's affections - nobody would ever believe her warnings.

Growing up in a Mediterranean household ruined my tastebuds a little bit because my mom, my sisters, and my aunt were all great cooks, and ever since I went plant-based, I've been missing a little bit of that Mediterranean affection.

But if you love animals for all the right reasons- and that's just love and affection- then you're going to go after animals who need you.

It's not just the winning I like, it's the affection you get for winning. It's a lovely feeling, that.