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Why is the term break a leg used?
This expression is one of many used those involved in live theatre. Theatrical folk are traditionally superstitious. They don't want to say "good luck" because that may bring bad luck, so "break a leg" is the order of the day. Another theatre superstition is one surrounding Shakespeare's "Macbeth" which is set in Scotland. Theatre folk will not mention the name of that play within a theatre for fear it will bring bad luck, unless it is spoken as a line in Macbeth. It is usually referred to as "that Scottish play".
A political assassination like the one Macbeth commits is justifiable?
Yes, in fact, any assassination at all is justifiable, even if there is no motive or cause. I encourage to move forward with your plan and take action. I wish you good luck in your assassination attempts.
Who played the lead character in the musical Fiddler on the Roof?
I think Zero Mostel first played him on the stage. When the movie was made he was unavailable, so the role went to the Israeli actor who goes by the name of Topol. Not much good with musicals, so you may wish to verify.
What is the highest paying in entertainment?
Making money in entertainmentIt depends on the climate and how good you are at what you do. You have to be talented, smart and extremely lucky within the field you wish to pursue whether it is being a rock star, a talk show host, or an actor. People skills and working the crowd are importantSome of the top actors of Hollywood make millions of dollars for just one film. For example, Denzel Washington made $20 million from the movie "American Gangster".
What plea was made in the poem of frustrated wish?
plea of frustrated wish poem
What is the meaning for Good Luck?
"Good luck" is a wish for a fortunate experience.
What are some other ways to say good luck?
Some alternative ways to say 'Good luck' in England are: Fingers crossed Be lucky Hope the gods are looking down on you Break a leg (usually said to actors before they are due to go on stage) Good fortune Wish you well Strongs Go get 'em and: 'all the best' Bonne chance in French (sounds like bon shons). Sterkte (Afrikaans for Good Luck) As a brief addendum, one tells an actor to "break a leg" because saying "good luck" to an actor about to perform is viewed as wishing them bad luck. The origin of the phrase is obscure, but the most common story is that an actor was profusely wished good luck before a show and during a stunt, broke his leg. The company and associated actors following superstition, would tell their fellows to break a leg to wish good luck as wishing an actor good luck could make them break a leg. Finally, if you are wishing luck to a hunter/soldier/fighter pilot the appropriate terms in English is "Good hunting".
What is the origin of Break a Leg for good luck come from?
It's bad luck to wish a stage performer good luck, so you therefore wish him to break a leg.
Why do people say good luck?
to wish them well yes also just like brake a leg but brake a leg means good luck and good luck means wish you well
What does the idiom "Break a leg" mean?
In theatre, it was considered bad luck to wish someone good luck before a performance. By telling them to "break a leg!", that was reversed- by wishing them bad luck, you would bring good luck. It has become a theatre tradition.
How do you wish good luck in business?
have a blast success!
How do you wish someone good luck on their surgery?
I wish you the very best for a speedy recovery.
Can you wish someone good luck while also mentioning a cow?
You can wish someone good luck by saying, "May good fortune follow you like a cow grazing in a lush pasture."
What is a good Catchy phrase to wish your drummer good luck?
Break a stick
How do you wish a photographer 'Good luck'?
You say "Break a lens."
Meaning of keeping fingures cross?
To wish to have Good Luck!
How do you wish good luck in Malay?
Selamat maju jaya
