A collection of quotes and thoughts by Colley Cibber on plays, writing, wild, unhappy, comedy, glory, happy, satire, humor, matrimony, dinner and whores.
28 Thought-Provoking Quotes By Colley Cibber With A Tinge Of Satire
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Former Actor and Poet Who Was a Theater Artist and a Manager
Colley Cibber was a renowned English actor-manager and poet laureate. He was a pioneer in the genre of sentimental comedy. He had a humble start to life like many of his contemporaries and was expected to join the church as an adult. His interest in stage compelled him to go against his father’s wishes to pursue a career in drama. He joined the Theatre Royal as an unsalaried apprentice at the age of 12. Initially, he got small roles there which could not bring him much appreciation. He also got married during the same time and had to struggle a lot as the compensation was very low to survive. This motivated him to pen-down a play titled ‘Love’s Last Shift’ where he wrote a role for himself. Although his character was not the lead, he used it to portray his prolific comic skills. This is believed to have established his successful career and he went on to write various dramas which helped him gain fame and popularity among the masses. The writings, work, plays, thoughts and books are remembered for their poetical and pillory style. Go through the quotes and thoughts by Colley Cibber which will teach you some important lessons of life in a hilarious manner.