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I started singing in my church choir, and then when I got…

“I started singing in my church choir, and then when I got to middle school, I had the coolest musical theatre director, and we actually did 'The Wiz' in seventh grade, and I was Addaperle, and my grandma was like, 'Why didn't you audition for Dorothy?' But I was too nervous for that.” quote by Shanice Williams
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“I started singing in my church choir, and then when I got to middle school, I had the coolest musical theatre director, and we actually did 'The Wiz' in seventh grade, and I was Addaperle, and my grandma was like, 'Why didn't you audition for Dorothy?' But I was too nervous for that.”

Shanice Williams

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker reflects on early musical experiences and missed opportunities due to nervousness.

In simple terms: Early music involvement but fear held back a bigger role.

Key Takeaway

Embrace confidence to pursue larger parts.

Themes

growth music confidence

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

personal narrative

When to use this quote

  • school choir
  • musical theatre auditions
  • family encouragement

Key Concepts

self‑esteem performance anxiety

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you try if fear vanished?
  • How can you build confidence for bigger roles?
A Different Perspective

Fear can limit potential despite talent.

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