Acting Quote by Athol Fugard
“I'm giving up acting. . . . I'm 66 and there are a number of celebrations I've got to get down on paper, and acting doesn't allow me to do that. It was a hell of a drug, performance. It's a great thrill, especially for a storyteller. But it can go. Directing can go. Writing can't go. And in terms of what lies ahead, I want to have a burning focus - almost like smoke coming up from the paper as I write.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2020
Fugard reflects on leaving acting for writing, describing acting as a fleeting thrill while writing offers enduring focus and creative fire.
In simple terms: Acting is fleeting; writing endures.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize lasting creative pursuits.
Themes
art
career transition
creativity
aging
legacy
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
artistic
motivational
When to use this quote
- career counseling
- artist residencies
- personal journals
Key Concepts
passion shift
creative focus
Questions to Reflect On
- What sustains you after leaving a passion?
- How to manage creative burnout?
A Different Perspective
Financial instability may follow artistic change.
