I tend to root for characters who have a lot of negative qualities, but what’s driving them forward is their passion. They’re on a mission, and maybe their approach is misguided, but you can’t fault them for giving 150%. Laurie Metcalf Read Quote
I used to drive myself crazy by thinking, three days later, ‘Ugh, why didn’t I play it like that? Ugh, now that line makes sense to me.’ Laurie Metcalf Read Quote
I’m incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to bring Mae to work with me as I take on the guest role of ‘Mary McGowan.’ Laurie Metcalf Read Quote
That was the beauty of ‘Roseanne’ and Roseanne herself. It could go dark; it could do issues. Laurie Metcalf Read Quote
I don’t like the camera. I get very self-conscious with it and then spend way too much time not looking self-conscious instead of being free, as I do on stage, to do my work. Laurie Metcalf Read Quote
One of the hardest things about directing is just to be patient and remind yourself that you’ve been in Week 1 of a rehearsal process yourself, and you know what it feels like. Laurie Metcalf Read Quote
I’ve been directed by other actors, and being an actor doesn’t make you a good director. Laurie Metcalf Read Quote
When one thing ends, you put it away and start from scratch on the next thing. Laurie Metcalf Read Quote
