In the whole course of our work at the theatre we have…
“In the whole course of our work at the theatre we have been, I may say, drenched with advice by friendly people who for years gave us the reasons why we did not succeed... All their advice, or at least some of it, might have been good if we had wanted to make money, to make a common place of amusement.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Advice from well‑meaning friends often reflects their own goals, not the creator’s, leading to misaligned expectations.
In simple terms: Friendly advice can mislead when it serves others’ interests.
Key Takeaway
Seek advice that aligns with your own purpose.
Themes
creativity
advice
misalignment
artistic integrity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
cautionary
insightful
When to use this quote
- producing a play
- starting a business
- launching a project
- personal artistic decisions
Key Concepts
self‑determination
external influence
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- Whose interests does the advice serve?
- How can you filter advice to match your vision?
A Different Perspective
Advice may be useful for commercial success but not for artistic fulfillment.