I'm trying to learn, as I'm in my 40s, to embrace what I've been able to achieve and be proud of it. And I know there's roles that I will want to play before I die but, you know, I'm still just taking one day at a time.

I am a creature of the sun. I don't ever mind being in the heat.

Broadway is such a diverse community. Everybody knows how I believe, and everyone believes, and it's not a big deal. But in Hollywood, if you talk about politics - especially if you're a Republican - or spirituality, it's just not something people want to hear about.

I get joy, and actually, a high... by putting a quarter in a meter.

I enjoy going to Palm Springs when I'm living in Los Angeles.

We sing because we can't speak anymore.

The thing is, I would need the right producer [for dance-music album ], right? "Calling all dance music producers! I'm available.