Mainly, I feel very fortunate to be able to do what I love.

I have always been interested in theatre and after reading the script for THE INFLICTION OF CRUELTY, I thought that being part of this show and the Fringe would be a great experience.

When I first moved to New York I had been trying to work on anything and everything I could. From extra work and commercials to short and student films so I could learn in front of a camera.

One day I received a call from my agent, he asked me to put myself on tape for a film that was being cast in LA. I was thrilled at the possibility alone.

When I was in school I would try and take all my classes early in the morning or at night so that I would have most of the day to go out on auditions.

I decided to pursue an acting career after having had an incredible experience working on a play in high school.

Sometimes I think heaven must be one continuous unexhausted reading.

And though, truly, she sometimes felt like something inside her had disappeared, it seemed that must be a natural part of growing up. Standing out too much made one feel too alone to do it forever.

As a kid, I thought of myself as a funny person who secretly wanted to be serious, but now I think maybe I'm a serious person who secretly wants to be funny.

Parking is a nightmare for me... I still have sensors on my car that help me park.

It is not I who am strong, it is reason, it is truth.

To Norwegians, the polka is a form of martial art.

I have found it very important...to let go of my wishes and start hoping.

I'm belligerent rather than ambitious.

There are no safeguards that can protect the emotional investor from himself.

Christ is with us until the world's end. Let his little flock be bold therefore.