Janet Suzman
Janet Suzman
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Janet Suzman is a renowned British actress, known professionally as Janet Suzman.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on September 9, 1938
Nationality and Profession(s)
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British, Actress
Early Life and Background
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Janet Suzman was born in Cape Town, South Africa, to a family with strong theatrical roots. Her mother, actress Jill Craigie, was the wife of writer and filmmaker Michael Foot, and her father, Arthur Suzman, was a lawyer who later became a politician. Janet's early life was marked by exposure to the arts, which eventually led her to pursue a career in acting.
Major Accomplishments
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Janet Suzman has had a distinguished career spanning over six decades. She began her journey as an actress at the age of 14, joining the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) in 1959. Her most notable roles include:
Hamlet: Suzman's performance as Ophelia opposite Peter Hall's Hamlet is still remembered for its nuance and sensitivity.
Macbeth: She played Lady Macbeth to great acclaim, bringing a depth of emotion to the character.
Tartuffe: Suzman's portrayal of Elvire in this production earned her critical praise.Notable Works or Actions
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Janet Suzman has been associated with several notable productions throughout her career:
The Merchant of Venice: She played Portia, a role that showcased her versatility as an actress.
A Midsummer Night's Dream: Suzman's performances in this production have been widely praised for their wit and charm.Impact and Legacy
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Janet Suzman has made significant contributions to the world of theatre. Her dedication to classical roles has helped preserve their relevance and accessibility. As a leading lady, she has paved the way for future generations of actresses:
Inspirational Role Model: Suzman's commitment to her craft has inspired countless young actors.
* Preserving Classical Theatre: Through her tireless advocacy, Suzman has played a crucial role in keeping classical theatre alive.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Janet Suzman is widely quoted and remembered for her remarkable performances on stage. Her nuanced interpretations of complex characters have left an indelible mark on the world of theatre. As a testament to her enduring legacy, Suzman continues to inspire actors, directors, and audiences alike with her dedication to the art of acting.
Note: Janet Suzman's quotes are not included in this biography as it is based on her life and works rather than direct quotes from her.
Quotes by Janet Suzman
Janet Suzman's insights on:
It was but then, when you’re, one of the great poisonous events that have infected us all who were in South Africa is that the idea of difference is drip fed into your veins. It’s that that you fight.
OK, well maybe I have to get back to Judaism. In the sense that if I look at me and my forebears forever stretching back to I don’t know, whenever there’s no sense of place and therefore no sense of nationality.
But I think the possibility of a black and white society feeding each other’s expertises, living harmoniously, will probably go along in fits and starts now but at least it has a great constitution now to back it up.
So we do have our exits and our entrances and we are perhaps mere, but I think if one keep a certain joyousness in life which should be in playing, then good for one, but it’s slightly more serious than that.
My mother was very agnostic. She would never set foot in the synagogue, she couldn’t be doing with it.
I suppose meeting people whether it’s in real life and actually shaking their flesh and blood hand or shaking the mystical hand of the character all rub off on you in some way.
But now I’ve got a young son and his interest is in science and now when I talk to him, I see that in the science sphere of our lives there is new, there is progress.
I think it’s a very central tenet to it yes, it is. I can’t bear it, I can’t bear inequality, I can’t bear bad behaviour to other people. I cannot bear it that people are mean to people who can’t help what they are.
I mean one of the basic rules when you’re acting is that you mustn’t stand in judgement on a character, you mustn’t say Hitler was a bad man because you can’t act in that way.
Always you find that the more decisive event wins so my father’s sort of annual decisiveness which came upon him on the Day of Atonement every year, he suddenly remembered that he was Jewish.