Curtains Quote by Edith Piaf
“Performers and their public should never meet. Once the curtain comes down, the performer should fly away like a magician's dove.”
About This Quote
Source Song: "Non, je ne regrette rien" lyrics, 1960
The performer must maintain mystery and distance, preserving the magic by exiting swiftly after the show.
In simple terms: Keep the performance mysterious and exit quickly.
Key Takeaway
Preserve the enchantment by leaving promptly.
Themes
performance
privacy
magic
Mood
enigmatic
reflective
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- theater
- concerts
- magic shows
- public appearances
Key Concepts
stagecraft
persona
audience perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does mystery affect audience connection?
- When should a performer reveal themselves?
A Different Perspective
Audiences may feel disconnected if performers are too distant.
![“I think-I need to ask an embarrassing question. Do you think I could borrow a pair of scrubs? I-uh-my pants-" "Oh!" Cried the poor nurse. "Yes. Absolutely. I'll be right back." [...] "Thanks," I mumbled. "I'll just change here. He's not looking at anything at the moment." I gestured toward Sam…” quote by Maggie Stiefvater](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cd6/maggie-stiefvater-76_curtains_i-think-i-need-to-ask-an-embarrassing-qu_8591.jpg)
