"The history of theatre is the history of first nights."

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Source : John Lahr (2013). “Prick Up Your Ears: The Biography of Joe Orton”, p.250, Open Road Media

John Lahr

#Night Quotes #Theatre Quotes #Firsts Quotes

“The same creative force that generated the universe created your body. It is vibrating with intelligence and spirit. It is ultimately sacred and worthy of your love, respect and intention. Take good care of it and nourish it with the most healing, life-sustaining foods, experiences, and sensory impressions.”
“I reiterate that the rigor and credibility brought to the world by Monti's government are for us a point of no return.”
“Success has to do with deliberate practice. Practice must be focused, determined, and in an environment where there's feedback.”
“It's rare for people to genuinely try to understand what others are trying to say.”

Source : Scott Berkun (2011). “Mindfire: Big Ideas for Curious Minds”, p.43, BookBaby
“Legal business has, from the beginning of time, been profitable - to those who have conducted it; because it is concerned with things that touch men's passions very deeply, and because men are willing to pay, and pay highly, for wisdom and skill in the conduct of it. The real merits of the Norman lawyers were, not altruism, but ability, energy, and enthusiasm for their work.”

Source : Edward Jenks (1922). “A Short History of English Law: From the Earliest Times to the End of the Year 1919”
“Entities should not be posited unnecessarily.”
“Always put the rook behind the pawn.... Except when it is incorrect to do so.”
“I love secrets. Here's a bunch of people who think they know each other over a long period of time. And they do. And they don't. Secrets aren't the same thing as shame, but they can fall in that category. I'm very interested in the ways that people are open and honest with one another and simultaneously in hiding. What we know about those we love is only part of the story. Who do we protect with our secrets? Others? Ourselves? These are questions that interest me in fiction. The public and the private self.”

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