Quotes by Richard Eyre

“If the arts are held up solely as a means of social insight, fantasy is denied the chance to be commonplace and reality the chance to be exotic.”

“Dont just do something, sit there! Sit there long enough each morning to decide what is really important during the day ahead.”

“Balance is the enemy of art.”

“I can guarantee that all the sex will be simulated. Its a film and I know the public likes to think that the real thing takes place, but I dont think thats going to be a problem.”

“[But] Stage Beauty ... these two very intelligent actors, who are witty and attractive, got on very well.”

“We collect the seed from them, and germinate the seeds.”

“David has made an enormously impressive impact on the companys operations since he joined us in 2004. After a thorough review, the board is pleased to confirm that David has its full backing to lead the company to its next level of growth.”

Resolution, like responsibility, is a product of ownership, and kids cant resolve a conflict until they figure out how they contributed to it.

I envy the happiness of others... I envy the sense of belonging... I seem always to be remaking myself.

If the arts are held up solely as a means of social insight, fantasy is denied the chance to be commonplace and reality the chance to be exotic.

You cant be minimalist as a director until you have acquired the experience and confidence to say no.

Naming a baby is an act of poetry, for many people the only creative moment of their lives.