The reviewer (mentioned)
several flaws in her (piece of writing evaluating good and bad points)
of the play, but the director only read the short (summary)
. His public (giving up a belief or desire)
of fame surprised many, though his face still showed (mixed feelings, uncertainty)
. (As a result)
, old tensions resurfaced, and open (strong dislike or hatred)
filled the room. Even those who had once (obeyed)
to tradition began to rebel. One historian argued that this small movement was merely a (thing that comes before another)
to a larger cultural shift. Others admitted an (strong dislike)
to the new style but could not deny its influence.