Do We Take The Arts Too Seriously?

“Art is often discussed in reverent tones, we invest in it, create daunting palaces for it. … The idea that seriousness is somehow a measure of value and that art needs to be treated seriously all the time is a weird one. Much of the time, people value things that make them laugh, cry, scream, think or [get] inspired – much more than they value the worthy and the serious.”