Why did Jerzy Grotowski refer to his theatrical style as "poor theatre"?

A. He felt that theatre should be for everyone, including the poor classes.
B. He resisted the technologically "rich" theatre and advocated theatre bared down to its essence.
C. He wanted to prove the theatre could be performed by anyone, regardless of budget or monetary assets.
D. He and his theatre company had few resources and hoped to discourage audiences from expecting spectacle.


Answer: B

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