Does Judaism Approve the Desire for Public Attention?

What does Judaism say about the the desire to perform before an audience? Is it considered positive or negative?

Every trait has both a positive and a negative side.

The positive side of the desire to perform is the natural inclination to give, to influence, and to share. God instilled in certain people a desire to be on stage so that they can share their wisdom and talents with others, thereby benefiting society and making a positive impact on the world.

The negative side that requires caution is the trait of pride (ga’avah). This is a challenging test. Some people desire to perform in order to seek honor, recognition, and admiration, stemming from a desire to receive and take, sometimes at the expense of others. This tendency is often seen in gossip-driven shows or inappropriate forms of humor whose sole purpose is to gain “ratings” by mocking or hurting others. Such behavior originates from the yetzer hara (evil inclination) of arrogance, which must be confronted and corrected.