It may be my rather puritanical upbringing at odds with my inborn laziness that makes me feel guilty at the end of the day, unless I am able to point at some achievement. But this need be no more impressive than cooking a meal or going for a long walk.
Ian MckellenThe performance is created by the director. The actor is the material. And I think that has to be true.
Ian MckellenI’ve often thought the Bible should have a disclaimer in the front saying this is fiction.
Ian MckellenFor old actors, just remember that inside you're only 14. Acting is for kids. You poor old grown-ups, you've forgotten how to do what kids know automatically.
Ian MckellenI suspect the base that I'm working from is not particularly one of inquiry, but of memory of what I did last time.
Ian MckellenWhen we'd suggested doing it, the Theatre Royal management had said, 'Nobody wants to see Waiting for Godot.' As it happened, every single ticket was booked for every single performance, and this confirmation that our judgment was right was sweet. Audiences came to us from all over the world. It was amazing.
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