Also Quote by Brooke Smith
“I remember seeing 'A Moon for the Misbegotten' with Colleen Dewhurst, and that made a really big impression on me, and I remember wanting to be like her and I still want to be like Colleen Dewhurst! My mom took me to a lot of theatre growing up, and I also remember seeing Pippin and being like, 'Wow!”
About This Quote
Source Film: A Moon for the Misbegotten (stage production), 1970s
Seeing a powerful performance can shape aspirations and self‑identity.
In simple terms: A role model inspires personal ambition.
Key Takeaway
Seek mentors who embody your goals.
Themes
inspiration
role models
theatre
Mood
admiring
reflective
Type
motivational
personal development
When to use this quote
- career choice
- acting
- public speaking
- confidence building
Key Concepts
Artistic influence
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- Who truly reflects your values?
- How can you honor inspiration while forging your own path?
A Different Perspective
Mimicking another may limit authentic development.
![“I remember one thing that marred this time for me; the movie "Gone with the Wind." When it played in Mason [MI], I was the only Negro in the theater, and when Butterfly McQueen went into her act, I felt like crawling under the rug.” quote by Malcolm X](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e2b/malcolm-x-213_butterfly_i-remember-one-thing-that-marred-this-ti_700125.jpg)
