I am a black woman who has been given this character called Hermione to play on the stage. But actually, we've all grown up with the books, with Emma Watson playing her in the films. Imagery is so strong. — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
I did fringe theatre for so many years, and then I got my first play at the RSC, which was an amazing feeling, but I was 30 and had started acting in my early twenties. — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
I arrived in this country as a refugee child with my sister and my mother. — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
I am very blessed to have this experience of being a parent, but do not negate me from this industry because I am a… — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
I tried twice to get into drama school and didn't, so I worked my way up through the fringe. — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
I am a black woman who has been given this character called Hermione to play on the stage. But actually, we've all grown up… — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
If I think even a week ahead, I get terrified. My big thing is trying to enjoy the moment as much as I can. — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
I have been that actor who's watched peers and thought, 'God, they're doing well. I'll never get there.' — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
There are so many directors, young and old, around - all doing their thing and struggling. — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
For me, you could say my big West End debut was 'Cursed Child,' but I'm in my 40s, and it's like, 'When is that… — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
I did fringe theatre for so many years, and then I got my first play at the RSC, which was an amazing feeling, but… — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
I'm working with theatre-makers who are the top of their game, and it's extraordinary. — Noma Dumezweni Copy Share Image
