There are two things that a playwright can have. Success or failure. I imagine there are dangers in both. Certainly the danger of being faced with indifference or hostility is discouraging, and it may be that success - acceptance if it's too quick, too lightning-quick - can turn the heads of some people.
Edward AlbeeWriting has got to be an act of discovery. Finding out things about what one is writing about.
Edward AlbeeTo write a play one must be born a playwright. Otherwise, you're starting at a huge disadvantage.
Edward Albee