Quote by William Shakespeare

As in a theatre, the eyes of men, after a well-graced actor leaves the stage, are idly bent on him that enters next.

As in a theatre, the eyes of men, after a well-graced actor

Summary

This quote, often attributed to William Shakespeare, suggests that people's attention naturally shifts towards someone new and captivating after witnessing a talented performer. It compares the audience's behavior in a theater, where they eagerly await the entrance of the next actor, to how people tend to focus on the next intriguing individual in real life. The quote captures the fleeting nature of attention and the tendency to be drawn towards novelty and charisma.

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By William Shakespeare

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