Being Quote by Renee Fleming
“I do everything in the third person. Performance is about being someone else.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music magazine, 2019
Adopting a third‑person perspective in performance helps embody another character.
In simple terms: Performing as someone else enhances artistry.
Use role‑play to deepen artistic expression.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- theatre
- opera
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does stepping into another persona affect you?
- When is it beneficial to detach from self?
Risk of losing personal authenticity.