Acting Quote by Liv Hewson
“Actors don't hate acting. Most people don't hate acting! Whether you're a child mucking around with your friends or a grown up being paid to be on a set, pretending to be other people is fun.”
About This Quote
Source Interview with Liv Hewson, exact source unknown
Acting is a form of play that everyone enjoys, from children pretending with friends to adults performing professionally.
In simple terms: Pretending to be other people is fun.
Key Takeaway
Keep the playful spirit in acting.
Themes
acting
play
creativity
joy
childhood
Mood
joyful
playful
spirited
Type
observational
personal essay
defense
When to use this quote
- acting classes
- role-playing at work
- overcoming stage fright
- creative play with children
Key Concepts
imaginative play
theatricality
intrinsic motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What made pretend play enjoyable as a child?
- How can I bring more play into my work?
A Different Perspective
Professional acting also brings rejection, exhaustion, and pressure that is far from pure fun.
