There are certain sorts of jokes which have only to do with the substitution of the unexpected word in a familiar context. If you translated something into French and then had it translated back into English by somebody who didn't know the original, you'd lose what was funny. Tom Stoppard backcontextenglish share on social
I seem to be failing in my intention to be as boring as I possibly can be for self-protection. Tom Stoppard borefailintention Change image and share on social
I write for film or, in this case, television when I haven't got a play cooking. Tom Stoppard casecookfilm Change image and share on social
A healthy attitude is contagious but don't wait to catch it from others. Be a carrier. Tom Stoppard attitudecarriercatch Change image and share on social
'The Importance of Being Earnest' is important, but it says nothing about anything. Tom Stoppard earnestimportanceimportant Change image and share on social
For a long time I managed to think two things simultaneously, that I am actually a good playwright, and that the next time I write a play I will be revealed as someone who is no good at all. Tom Stoppard goodlongmanage Change image and share on social
I'm very garrulous, but I don't say anything. Tom Stoppard garrulous Change image and share on social
It is better to be quotable than to be honest. Tom Stoppard honestquotable Change image and share on social
If you don't know what is being said, the rest of the actor's work is wasted. Tom Stoppard actorrestwaste Change image and share on social
