“Applause is an instinctive, unconscious act expressing the sympathy between actors and audience. Just as our art demands more instinct than intellect in its exercise, so we demand of those who watch us an apppreciation of the simple unconscious kind which finds an outlet in clapping rather than the cold intellectual approval which would self-consciously think applause derogatory. I have yet to meet the actor who was sincere in saying that he disliked applause.”
Quote by Ellen Terry
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The Story of My Life: Recollections and Reflections
This book is a comprehensive account of the author's life, covering significant events and personal reflections. more
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Ellen Terry
Ellen Terry, a renowned British actress, was born on February 27, 1847, and passed away on July 21, 1928. She was one of the most celebrated actresses in the late 19th and early 20th-century British theater, known for her exquisite acting skills and elegant image. more
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