I am interested in personal stories because that's when people become expressive, spontaneous and heartfelt. Anna Deavere Smith expressiveheartfeltinterest Change image and share on social
Artists are the people that no matter what, pick up the pen, pick up a paintbrush. They take the time to translate what is happening to create something that resonates deeply with the rest of the people that are caught in the middle of their own reality. Anna Deavere Smith artistcatchcreate share on social
Suddenly in high school, I'm in a predominantly Jewish atmosphere. Jewish people were my gate to white America. Anna Deavere Smith americaatmospheregate Change image and share on social
I see myself as not a typical theater person, but a person who uses the theater as a place to meet people and explore ideas. Anna Deavere Smith exploreideameet Change image and share on social
To live your life well, and have respect for what came before or after - there's a strong respect for that in African culture. Anna Deavere Smith africanculturelife Change image and share on social
My main concern is theater, and theater does not reflect or mirror society. It has been stingy and selfish, and it has to do better. Anna Deavere Smith concernmainmirror Change image and share on social
The American idea is as promising, imaginative, and full of the unexpected as the land itself. The land represents freedom - the frontier, the ability to make a new future with your own bare hands. Anna Deavere Smith abilityamericanbare Change image and share on social
When you think about it, words can break your heart, or they can change your day. Anna Deavere Smith breakchangeday Change image and share on social
My work is about giving voice to the unheard, and reiterating the voice of the heard in such a way that you question, or re-examine, what is the truth. Anna Deavere Smith examinegivehear Change image and share on social
