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There's no getting around it: Writing is hard, while working with young performers is nearly always a joy.
Andrew Lloyd Webber
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What this quote means

Writing can be challenging, but collaborating with young talent is enjoyable.

This quote highlights the contrasting experiences of the creative process of writing, which is often filled with difficulties, and the pleasure derived from working with young performers, who bring energy, enthusiasm, and creativity to the collaborative effort. It suggests that while writing may be a solitary and strenuous task, the act of nurturing and guiding youthful talent offers a rewarding and joyful experience.

Themes

WritingYoung TalentCreativityPerformanceCollaboration

In practice

Example use cases

During a writing workshop, I shared this quote to inspire fellow writers about the joys of collaboration.

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