The theatre demanded of its members stamina, good digestion, the ability to adjust, and a strong sense of humor. There was no discomfort an actor didn't learn to endure. To survive, we had to be horses and we were.
Helen HayesThere is no racial or religious prejudice among people in the theater. The only prejudice is against bad actors, especially successful ones.
Helen HayesIn the last stages of a final illness, we need only the absence of pain and the presence of family.
Helen HayesFrom your parents you learn love and laughter and how to put one foot before the other. But when books are opened you discover that you have wings.
Helen HayesMy mother drew a distinction between achievement and success. She said that 'achievement is the knowledge that you have studied and worked hard and done the best that is in you. Success is being praised by others, and that's nice, too, but not as important or satisfying. Always aim for achievement and forget about success.
Helen Hayes