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The Challenge of Publicity Events
- Publicity events strip away the artistry and reduce acting to surface-level performance.
- Michael Sheen feels exposed and inauthentic during them, highlighting the challenge for actors.
Advice from Fiona Shaw
- Fiona Shaw warned Michael Sheen not to enjoy a role too much as it lessened the vulnerability.
- This advice profoundly influenced his approach to acting and vulnerability on stage.
Michael Sheen's Early Career Struggle
- Michael had a breakdown when his first public performance didn’t meet his expectations.
- He rebuilt his approach by focusing on listening and not over-planning his acting.