Acting is the ability to dream on cue.
Ralph RichardsonRead
Actors are the jockeys of literature. Others supply the horses, the plays, and we simply make them run.
Interpretation
Actors bring literary works to life, giving movement and emotion to the written word.
This quote by Ralph Richardson emphasizes the unique role of actors in the theatrical world. While playwrights and authors create the scripts and stories, it is the actors who interpret and perform these works, effectively giving them vitality and making them resonate with audiences. The comparison to jockeys suggests that actors guide the narrative, influencing how the story unfolds and how it is experienced by the audience.
In practice
This quote could be shared during a theater appreciation class to highlight the role of actors.
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