You rarely see a musical being told about the life of a black woman.
Without faith, life is futile.
Who doesn't love Donna Summer's music? It was part of my childhood, always heard around the house.
When I make people laugh and I get to laugh, it does my spirit good.
What I always liked best about myself was my resilience, especially in this business with all the 'no's,' the doors closed in my face.
Time just goes on, and... It doesn't stop for anything.
The best thing about theatre is that every time we get onstage, the show is new.
That's capital L, small a - no space! - Capital C, small h, a, n, z, e.
Naturally you want to be the best mom you can, but then also you want to be the best performer you can.
I'm not religious, but I'm spiritual.
I'm not a Method actress. I work in the present, the day-to-day.
I'm from a part of Florida that is very close to Georgia in the panhandle area. I have a very colorful Southern family.
I'm an actress I'm used to being independent, doing for myself.
I'm a theatre doll, and I've always - since I'm out of school - have always been on stage.
I want to share the things I've done, the things I've survived, the things I've struggled through.
I try to take time to find joy out of life, and I don't take a day for granted like I used to.
I totally believe in opportunities. I don't believe in accidents. I just don't.
I believe in divine intervention.
'The Little Mermaid' is my favorite of the Disney animated features. And, I could not wait to see it on Broadway.
I always had a strong faith, and I always relied on God for a lot.
'Feeling Good' is a peek into my life through song.
