Bad Quote by Phyllis Smith
“When I was in casting, we would bring somebody in, have them read their lines, maybe give them a few pointers, and hire them, and then once they go to the set and you have a director who's directing them, that performance may not be anywhere near what you had in the audition, either good or bad.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Acting Career, Phyllis Smith, 2015
Casting assessments often differ from on‑set performance because the director’s guidance and environment change the actor’s delivery.
In simple terms: Audition and on‑set performances can vary greatly.
Key Takeaway
Adapt flexibility to new directions and contexts.
Themes
acting
performance
adaptation
collaboration
Mood
practical
observational
Type
professional
educational
When to use this quote
- theatre
- film sets
- rehearsals
Key Concepts
creative process
directorial influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you better evaluate talent beyond auditions?
- What role does environment play in performance?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on a single audition may overlook an actor’s full potential.
