Although one may fail to find happiness in theatrical life, one never wishes to give it up after having once tasted its fruits.
What exactly is success? For me it is to be found not in applause, but in the satisfaction of feeling that one is realizing one's ideal.
If I can't dance then I'd rather be dead.
Get my swan costume ready.
If I could have said it, I shouldn't have had to dance it.
To follow, without halt, one aim: There's the secret of success.