Captain Quote by David Tennant
“If you can sell that you're the King of Scotland, or Henry V on a tiny stage in a studio theater somewhere, then you can probably sell that you're a starship captain or a time traveler.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2020 Podcast “The Art of Acting”, 2020
Believability in performance hinges on confidence, regardless of role size
In simple terms: Confidence sells any role
Cultivate confidence in any performance
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Audition
- theatre
- film
- improv
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does confidence affect authenticity?
- When does confidence become arrogance?
Overconfidence can lead to miscasting