Quote by Minnie Maddern Fiske, Mrs. Fiske

...an actor is exactly as big as his imagination.

...an actor is exactly as big as his imagination.

Summary

This quote suggests that the extent to which an actor can captivate an audience and effectively perform a role is determined by the expansiveness of their imagination. No matter their physical appearance or stature, the actor's ability to transport themselves and the audience into different worlds relies on their creative and imaginative capabilities. The quote emphasizes that it is not merely about physicality but rather the artistic prowess of the actor's mind that truly defines their greatness in the world of acting.

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