Great Quote by Tim Rice

In theatre, previews are the first draft of a show. I strongly believe that. The only way we can truly tell whether that draft…

— John Tiffany

There is nothing better than getting something in front of an audience in a less stressful setting than previews!

— Michael Patrick Walker

I think that no number of rehearsals can guarantee the outcome of a live show.

— Diljit Dosanjh

For each show, we do maybe 15 versions before it goes on air. So I know every show microscopically.

— Scott Raab

When you're reinterpreting the same material eight shows a week, it's impossible to lock in the 'ideal' performance. Things that felt great in previews…

— Andrew Keenan-Bolger

A first preview is not exactly a pleasant experience for directors and actors. You're never as raw as when the audience first comes in.

— John Tiffany

It takes a while to get a show on, and I've a number that have not yet been produced. I want to see all…

— Leslie Bricusse

It's fascinating to watch the progress that is made during previews. The coolest thing is watching the actors take over the show, and make…

— John Cariani

When I do films, I get off-days. But, in theatre, there are back-to-back shows with non-stop rehearsals. It's too scary a thought.

— Nushrat Bharucha

There's nothing like watching a live performance of, frankly, anything. You have to make sure that people believe everything is improvised. I could not…

— Amy Poehler

You avoid the hype while you're working, you have to, but the premiere is the one night of the year where you can enjoy…

— Tom Felton

The great thing about theater is that when it's great, you'll remember it for the rest of your life. But if you go see…

— Cate Blanchett