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Performing Quotes

On theatre roots, live shows, and stage identity.

These performing quotes trace a path from childhood theatre to treating live performance as central to identity. Explore related Acting quotes for more on stage and screen craft.

Performing is fine.

Quotes by Aesop Rock

I grew up performing in theatre.

Quotes by Valorie Curry

Performing live is a part of who I am.

Quotes by Tracy Lawrence

I just lost interest in performing.

Quotes by Taylor Sheridan

Acting Quotes

I missed singing. I missed performing in a nightclub.

Quotes by Tamara Tunie

Performing gives me so much anxiety.

Quotes by Summer Walker

Jayalalitha is a performing monkey in the hands of Sasikala.

Quotes by Subramanian Swamy

I've been performing my whole life.

Quotes by Shania Twain

I definitely want to continue acting and performing.

Quotes by Sabrina Bryan

Anxiety Quotes

Stage performing is a dying art form.

Quotes by Ronnie Spector

Performing abroad is ambassadorial.

Quotes by Robert Battle

When I started performing in public, I was probably around 10 or 11.

Quotes by Patina Miller

I prepared for the part by drinking, but I was sober when I was performing.

Quotes by Nora Dunn

Performing is the easiest part of what I do, and songwriting is the hardest.

Quotes by Neil Diamond

Art Quotes

Literally since I could walk... I was performing.

Quotes by Lyndsy Fonseca

Performing is the one time I don't have anxiety - surprisingly, right?

Quotes by Lil Xan

I love performing.

Quotes by Lee DeWyze

I'm sorry, I'm not a performing monkey.

Quotes by Keith Flint

We are not only one of the largest investment firms but also one of the best performing.

Quotes by John Paulson

Audience Quotes

I was performing skin grafts and became interested in why skin wouldn't graft permanently.

Quotes by Joe Murray

Frequently Asked Questions

Do these quotes mention starting out in theatre?
Yes, one speaker recalls a childhood spent performing on stage in theatre, framing it as the foundation of their creative life.
Is there a quote about staying sober while performing?
Yes, one admits to preparing for a role by drinking beforehand but staying sober during the actual performance itself.
How central is performing to identity in these quotes?
Very central, one states that performing live is simply part of who they are, not just something they do occasionally.
Is there a quote pushing back on being treated poorly as a performer?
Yes, one firmly rejects being treated like some kind of trained monkey on demand, pushing back against dismissive treatment.
Where can I find more quotes about acting and craft?
Check out Acting quotes for more perspectives on the acting profession.

One line pushes back on being reduced to a 'performing monkey,' a sharp comment on dignity in show business. See also Audience and Anxiety quotes.