Actor Quote by Jefferson Mays
“I should be one of those actors who has a list. A lot of people do - 'I wanna do this and this and this' - but I don't. I enjoy being surprised - indeed, often ambushed - by a role.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Actor's Craft, 2015
He prefers spontaneous role choices over a fixed list, valuing surprise and unexpected opportunities.
In simple terms: He likes surprise roles, not a set list.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unexpected opportunities.
Themes
creativity
spontaneity
career
Mood
curious
excited
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- audition process
- career decisions
- creative projects
- role selection
Key Concepts
improvisation
risk-taking
artistic growth
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you prefer planned goals or spontaneous opportunities?
- How does surprise fuel your creativity?
A Different Perspective
May lack direction without clear goals.
