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At school there was no acting to be had other than school plays which I did now and again
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"At school there was no acting to be had other than school plays which I did now and again"

- Ewan McGregor

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Ewan McGregor's quote recommends that during his academic year, he had restricted opportunities to act. He was only able to take part in school plays, which he did occasionally. This indicates that he was enthusiastic about acting, but was not able to pursue it as a career till after he graduated. It also suggests that he was unable to find other acting opportunities beyond school, such as neighborhood theatre or local productions. The quote shows the problem of pursuing a profession in the arts, particularly when resources are restricted. It likewise speaks with the significance of having access to resources and mentors in order to pursue one's dreams. Ewan McGregor's quote is a suggestion that with hard work and devotion, anything is possible.

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Scotland Flag This quote is written / told by Ewan McGregor somewhere between March 31, 1971 and today. He was a famous Actor from Scotland. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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