Buffoons Quote by Graham Shiels
“Olympus has been a much welcomed return to my Shakespearean roots. King Aegeus demanded a much greater range and depth that I've yet had the opportunity to tap on camera. Lab Rats was a wonderful opportunity for me to just go be a goofy buffoon, which I love. It was exhilarating to listen to all the funny lines the writers would come up with on the spot and then get to play them immediately.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Television interview, date unknown
The actor reflects on returning to Shakespearean style in a role, appreciating the chance to be humorous and spontaneous on set.
In simple terms: He enjoys blending classic depth with goofy performance.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both seriousness and humor in work.
Themes
acting
creative expression
professional growth
Mood
enthusiastic
creative
Type
reflective
career‑focused
When to use this quote
- auditions
- script reading
- on‑set improvisation
- career development
Key Concepts
Shakespearean influence
improvisation
character range
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance gravitas with silliness?
- What techniques help you stay spontaneous?
A Different Perspective
Balancing depth and comedy can be challenging for some roles.
![“Everybody was telling [the Democrats], the media, everybody telling them they're gonna win in a landslide, [Donald] Trump's a buffoon, look at his campaign staff, a bunch of nobody's and know-nothings. Looks at his supporters, a bunch of white supremacist goombahs. They're in utter denial.” quote by Rush Limbaugh](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9cb/rush-limbaugh-28_buffoons_everybody-was-telling-the-democrats-the_299758.jpg)
