Acting Quote by Kathryn McCormick
“As a dancer, it's hard because there's such a perfectionist quality that you really have to let go of while you're acting, because nobody wants to a watch a perfect person on screen.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Dance on the Edge, 2020
Perfectionism in performance demands vulnerability; audiences prefer authentic imperfection.
In simple terms: Perfect acts feel cold; be real.
Embrace imperfection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stage shows
- film acting
- live concerts
- rehearsals
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you let go of perfection?
- How does authenticity affect audience connection?
Excessive perfection can stifle creativity.