Olympia Dukakis

"I believe that in the theater you really cant do anything that doesnt have some political consequence. My work has been about finding my own voice and a way to express myself."

"Olympia speak about growing up in 2007."

"Growing up I was always feeling like an outsider, being Greek in communities that were not very ethnic. I felt like an outsider in the Greek community, too, because women were expected to behave and socialize in a certain way, and I didnt. Also being an actor I felt like an outsider, because not many Greek American women were actors then. But once you realize that you are an outsider, there can be a freedom in that. You can find your own way."

"If you are convinced this is what you want to do, dont be afraid, go forward. You have to know what you want and go for it. Dont let the money be an issue. You can always pay your bills if youre willing to work."

"It is hard. And as you get older its harder. Not to do the work, thats not the frustrating part. Whats hard is raising the money, building the board, staying abreast of the current things that are happening that want to sabotage and submerge you."

"I really enjoy that sort of exploration in a community of people. Thats what I really like. All those people come, and sit together, and then we all go through this experience, and some aspect of our humanity is touched."