Quote by David Mamet

My greatest fear is that the audience will beat me to the punch line.

My greatest fear is that the audience will beat me to the pu

Summary

This quote expresses the fear of a performer or comedian that their audience will anticipate and deliver the punchline before they have a chance to. It captures the anxiety of not being able to surprise or entertain the crowd, which can potentially undermine the impact or effectiveness of their performance. The fear in this quote emphasizes the importance of timing and spontaneity for performers, as well as their desire to engage and astound their audience.

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By David Mamet

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