Broadway Quote by William Goldman
“Yes, I am a failed playwright. I had three shows on Broadway by the time I was 30. They all flopped, and I fled.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Princess Bride, 1987
Acknowledging personal failure after early high expectations.
In simple terms: I failed despite early success.
Accept failure, keep creating.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- theatre productions
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What lessons can you extract from your Broadway experiences?
- How might you redefine success?
Failure may stem from external factors, not just talent.