Discipline — both mental and physical — is crucial.
I call the language of political figures, pundits and administrators "the haute couture of language."
President Obama called for a 'we' nation in his Inauguration Address. Art convenes. It is not just inspirational. It is aspirational. It pricks the walls of our compartmentalized minds, opens our hearts and makes us brave. And that's what we need most in our country today.
A lot of acting techniques are very self-oriented.
I think what I am is a "convener"; I like to convene people around ideas.
I am interested in personal stories because that's when people become expressive, spontaneous and heartfelt.