Composer John Cage's Theater Piece No.1 is influential because of:
A) the documentary photos and videos made of the piece
B) the performance itself and discussions of it
C) the objects he used, which are now displayed like relics
D) the movie it was turned into
E) all of the other answers

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The performance itself and discussions of it are what make Theater Piece No.1 influential, as it challenged traditional ideas of theater and invited audience participation, paving the way for the experimental performance art movement. While documentary photos and videos, the display of used objects, and the movie based on the piece may contribute to its legacy, they are not the primary reason for its influence.