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“Next we come to the bronchial buster, or the man (it is usually a man) who, being in the throes of a terrific throat and tube trouble chooses that night fortheater-going… He will soon learn to pick his pauses with finesse. It does no good to cough while there is a greatdeal of noise going on on the stage. No one can hear. The time is just as the star is about to do a little low speaking to her dying lover orwhen the hero, alone in his garret, goes silently over to the fireplace and tears up the letter. There for a good rousing bark, my hearty, followed by a series of short sharp ones like those of a coxswain! If possible the appearance of apoplexy should be simulated.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A comedic warning about speaking loudly when the audience is distracted, suggesting timing matters for impact.
In simple terms: Speak at the right moment for effect.
Key Takeaway
Choose timing wisely for maximum effect.
Themes
communication
timing
performance
humor
Mood
witty
observational
Type
humorous
insightful
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- theater
- presentations
- broadcasts
Key Concepts
stagecraft
audience perception
Questions to Reflect On
- When is the best moment to speak?
- How does audience noise affect delivery?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on timing may ignore content quality.