Actor Quote by Tony Kushner
“I'm in an odd place right now in New York where I routinely get trashed by every daily drama critic and have a few allies among weekly/monthly drama critics, and you sort of plot these things out and figure it out. But it's just what any writer goes through, periods of favor, periods of disfavor. And the trick is just to keep writing and to not let an obsession.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Tony Kushner on writing in New York, 2015
Writers face fluctuating criticism and must persist despite praise or backlash.
In simple terms: Writers endure ups and downs.
Key Takeaway
Keep writing despite criticism.
Themes
persistence
criticism
creative process
Mood
determined
thoughtful
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- journalism
- theatre criticism
- career development
Key Concepts
resilience
public reception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay true to your voice?
- What strategies help manage criticism?
A Different Perspective
External opinions can stifle originality.
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