Able Quote by Michael Sheen
“Nothing can be left until the last minute, so that everyone knows exactly where they are. Everyone is comfortable and everyone feels safe because we want people to be able to keep coming into this show and taking those risks. There are a lot of risks in this show, not just nudity, but emotional risks. We want the best actors to feel comfortable about coming in and exploring this subject matter with us.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Talk Show, 2022
The quote stresses the importance of clear expectations and safety to encourage participants to take emotional risks in performance.
In simple terms: Clear expectations create safety for risk‑taking.
Set clear boundaries to foster safe risk‑taking.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- theatre rehearsal
- creative workshops
- team building
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance safety with authentic expression?
- What boundaries help you feel secure enough to risk emotionally?
Safety alone may not guarantee genuine vulnerability; participants may still hold back.