James Lapine Quotes

It's just cool to witness talent.

You know, actors are fans, too. And talent is very attractive to me.

Though I have no real understanding of the mechanics of football, and can only nod along helplessly at complex post-match analyses, I do enjoy watching people who are enormously good at something doing that thing very well.

What a delighted fascination it is, to stand aside and watch our dearest friend perform on stage without us.

Any chance you have to sit back and be the one watching is great.

When I was singing, everybody liked me.

I admire a lot of actors; I think a lot of them have so much talent.

I like to read, and I like dance. I don't dance, but I like to see other people dance.

There's something really fun about watching people really good at something.

Fiona Shaw is a goddess to me.

I love Sian Brooke so much; she's hysterical.

But when I wasn't working, I was usually at a window looking down at Earth.

I've just always liked watching people dance. I can't explain it. It used to just make me laugh.

Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of civilized delight.

It's great to watch someone get the most out of what they can do, whether they're a beautiful performer or just a really gritty performer. It's something to behold.

Ordinary men live among marvels and feel no wonder, grow familiar with objects and learn nothing new about them.

I love to watch good actors who surprise and amuse me.

I love Jay personally and as an artist; I think he's incredible.

I'm a huge fan of Dustin Hoffman.

I'd say the only time I ever get nervous is around great ballet dancers or people I really admire.

The standing ovation threw me... to be held in such regard in a town so full of talent is quite something.

I meet fascinating people I respect and idolise all the time.

I love being around great actors and film-makers, and I try to hide the fact that I'm in awe of them.

I love actors.

Debra Winger blows me away, always.