I think dance in any culture, in any form, is a true leveler.

I grew up around jazz. I love jazz.

I feel like a member of any group comprised of outsiders.

Be careful whose advice you buy, but be patient with those who supply it.

It's pretty hard to get mugged in Manhattan.

I understand that anything actors are doing, good or bad, is motivated by fear.

Opera was the cinema of its time, so to bring back that popular appeal, you just need to unleash its visceral immediacy and excitement. Most productions don't manage that - but when an opera does do it, you never forget it.