Face Quote by Darcey Bussell
“Now I'm on television, I'm far more conscious of my skin than I used to be - I would often leave the theatre with layers of pancake make-up still on my face, but on a medium such as TV, I have to be more fastidious.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio 4, 2005
She notes that appearing on TV requires heightened attention to appearance compared to stage, prompting stricter grooming habits.
In simple terms: TV demands more careful look than stage.
Pay extra attention to presentation on camera.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- television interviews
- live broadcasts
- stage to screen transitions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does medium change personal grooming standards?
- Do you think visual media pressures affect self‑image?
Stage makeup may be acceptable, but TV reveals details more clearly.