Actor Quote by Wendy Wasserstein
“anyone who writes plays is unbelievably persistent, because there isn't a need in the world for plays. Somehow you internally have to feel a need to write a play.”
About This Quote
Source Playwriting Workshop Lecture, 1995
Playwrights must feel an inner compulsion to create, despite limited external demand.
In simple terms: Writing plays needs a strong inner drive.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate intrinsic motivation for creative work.
Themes
creativity
persistence
artistic drive
Mood
inspirational
determined
Type
creative
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing a play
- seeking funding
- overcoming self-doubt
- artistic fulfillment
Key Concepts
playwriting
intrinsic motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do you feel compelled to write?
- How can you sustain motivation without external validation?
A Different Perspective
External market may not support plays.
