Ads Quote by W. C. Fields
“I ad lib most of my dialogue. If I did remember my lines, it would be too bad for me.”
About This Quote
Source Film: 'The Bank Dick', 1940
Ad‑libs dialogue, implying forgetting lines would be disastrous
In simple terms: Improvisation is preferred over memorization
Embrace spontaneity in performance
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- theatre
- stand‑up comedy
- live speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does improvisation hinder clarity?
- How to balance preparation with spontaneity?
Risk of incoherence or loss of structure