Watching first nights, though I've seen quite a few by now, is never any better. It's a nerve-racking experience. It's not a question of whether the play goes well or badly. It's not the audience reaction, it's my reaction. I'm… — Harold Pinter Copy Share Image
“Your narrative may fail to grip if you haven't taken any care to find out how well or badly your audience member is faring (or feeling).” — Christopher Hitchens Copy Share Image
