the reason why the actors say break a leg instead of good luck, is because actors usually go off in films and all sorts, and in some films they sort of break parts of their body, and its part of their saying, so that's why actors say break a leg.
Although many actors believe that it is bad luck to say good luck in the theatre, it is not entirely proven that this might be real or not. However, it's said to be that Shakespeare's play, Macbeth, was known to be "cursed" and therefore, most of them seem to be in the clear... avoiding lines of the play that include scenes of him as well as the name of Macbeth itself before continuing to proceed or go on stage.With that said, this is the same with the statement "it is bad luck to say good luck in the theatre". No-one really knows if this can mess up the performance, but to stay safe, most actors just go with it and say "break a leg" instead.
Going to the Globe theatre was loads of fun. It was like going to the movies with your friends. It was like a get together. One bad thing was if the actors weren't good people could throw trash and tomatoes at them.
First of all it means comedy of art or improvisational theatre. Plays were not scripted, free to watch, needed almost no props, there were about 8 to 10 actors and most importantly needed no actual theatre to be performed as they were held outside. It originated from ancient Roman comedy(Plautus, I suppose is a good example)and, as it cost less than traditional theatre, it was a good cheaper way of creative art expression.
When I visited the reconstruction of the Globe theatre in London, I was told that they are referred to as Groundlings. I have also heard that the actors sometimes referred to them as 'Penny Stinkards', but I can't give a good source to confirm this.
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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.
Break a leg" is a well-known saying in theatre which means "good luck".
Although many actors believe that it is bad luck to say good luck in the theatre, it is not entirely proven that this might be real or not. However, it's said to be that Shakespeare's play, Macbeth, was known to be "cursed" and therefore, most of them seem to be in the clear... avoiding lines of the play that include scenes of him as well as the name of Macbeth itself before continuing to proceed or go on stage.With that said, this is the same with the statement "it is bad luck to say good luck in the theatre". No-one really knows if this can mess up the performance, but to stay safe, most actors just go with it and say "break a leg" instead.
Shakespeares plays where preformed by very famous and good actors in the globe theatre. -elz-
yes well kinda you have to be very careful because they break easily but instead of that they are very good phones.
Its better to break the wood instead but knocking on it does give you a few points usually
take them somwhere outside at good place. take them for a movie at theatre. take them to other friends to chill out.
I think the phrase you're looking for is, "Break a leg." ------------ 2nd answerer says: That would be correct, as it brings bad luck to wish for good luck. Therefore, performers tell other performers to "break a leg".
Stage actors and theatre people are some of the most superstitious folks I know. Some of the superstitions I know of are: - It is bad luck to say the last line of a play before the first performance. - It is bad luck to call the play Macbeth by its title. - a bad dress rehearsal is a sign the play will go well. - never wish an actor "good luck" instead say, "Break a leg" - if an actor is having a"good run" they may refuse to wash their socks until the play is over. - never look into a mirror over the shoulder of an actor. - many actors carry a talisman or good luck charm with them on stage.
Going to the Globe theatre was loads of fun. It was like going to the movies with your friends. It was like a get together. One bad thing was if the actors weren't good people could throw trash and tomatoes at them.
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