Peter Shaffer
Born: 05-14-1926
Peter Shaffer was a renowned British playwright and screenwriter, celebrated for his richly crafted dramas and intricate storytelling. Born in 1926, he gained acclaim with works like "Amadeus" and "Equus," which explore complex human emotions and moral ambiguities. Shaffer's compelling narratives earned him numerous accolades, including Tony Awards and an Academy Award for the film adaptation of "Amadeus," solidifying his legacy in both theater and film.
Book summaries for books written by Peter Shaffer
Quotes
Mediocrities everywhere... I absolve you!
Forgive me, Majesty. I am a vulgar man! But I assure you, my music is not.
I am a vulgar man, but I assure you, my music is not.
I speak for all mediocrities in the world. I am their champion. I am their patron saint.
I am a patron of mediocrity!
The only thing that worries me is that I might not have enough talent to ruin my health and end up in a lunatic asylum.
I am a man of honor, I cannot do what you suggest.
My music... they started to forget my music.
It is a pity you have no talent, Signore. But I cannot have one man too many with talent in this theatre.
All I wanted was to sing to God. He gave me that longing... and then made me mute. Why?
I was staring through the cage of those meticulous ink strokes – at an absolute beauty.
I can only define it as the sound of the voice of God – speaking in music. That was my music.