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Asking the question, "Should theatre should be socially motivated?" must necessarily require a definition of "socially motivated". Is the term "social" being used to refer to the gathering of individuals for a special occasion? If the answer is "yes", the question is ludicrous. It is impossible to have a play, without an audience, a group of individuals who have come together to be entertained, informed, or encouraged; thus, the very purpose of the writing and production of a drama is motivated by the need to present it to a social gathering. End of discussion. If, however, by the term "so...