Audra McDonald Quotes
When I first was exposed to 'Porgy and Bess' many, many years ago, I was blown away by it - loved the music, overwhelmed by the production at the Met that I saw, and thought I want to play Bess someday. But I also knew they were stereotypes that were considered racist.
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Never fear to deliberately walk through dark places, for that is how you reach the light on the other side.
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Think and grow rich.
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A novel is not a rant.
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Adulthood is not a goal. It's not seen as a gift.
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I've never missed a gig yet. Music makes people happy, and that's why I go on doing it - I like to see everybody smile.
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I always consider myself lucky that I can actually cry listening to some music.
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When I first was exposed to 'Porgy and Bess' many, many years ago, I was blown away by it - loved the music, overwhelmed by the production at the Met that I saw, and thought I want to play Bess someday. But I also knew they were stereotypes that were considered racist.
