In the closing scene of Wagner's Lohengrin, Slezak had sung his Farewell, and was about to make his departure in the boat drawn by a swan. The boat moved away before Slezak could step on board. He glanced at the audience. 'Tell me,' he said, 'what time is the next swan?'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The performer asks the audience when the next swan will appear, implying a desire to continue the performance.
- In plain terms
- He wants to know when the next swan will come.
- What can you take from it?
- Ask for cues when you need a signal to proceed.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What signals do you rely on in your work?
- How do you handle unexpected delays?
Another view
The question may be rhetorical and not expect a literal answer.
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