"Feminism - the word - can give us a handle, a rallying point, a common ground, and help us build a bridge. Why not claim the gift of the word as a place to begin?"
About Betty Buckley
Betty Buckley — Life and Legacy
Betty Buckley is a celebrated actress and singer whose career spans decades, marked by her iconic role in the musical 'Cats' and her memorable performance in the television series 'Eight is Enough'. Her work often delves into themes of identity and authenticity, reflecting her own journey through the complexities of fame and self-expression. Buckley's perspective on identity is deeply intertwined with her belief in the necessity of being true to oneself. She famously stated, 'The only thing that matters is the truth,' a sentiment that underscores her commitment to authenticity in both her personal life and artistic endeavors. This quote encapsulates her view that genuine expression is essential, not just in performance but in navigating life's challenges. Her exploration of vulnerability is another significant aspect of her philosophy. Buckley argues that embracing vulnerability fosters deeper connections with others and enriches artistic expression. This belief is evident in her performances, where she often portrays characters grappling with their identities and emotions. Today, Buckley's insights continue to resonate, offering a profound understanding of the human experience. Her quotes inspire audiences to reflect on their own identities and the importance of authenticity in a world that often pressures conformity.
Quote collection
Betty Buckley quotes (page 1 of 2)
24 quotes — follow a thought to its full quote page.
"Broadway has changed tremendously from the early days when the shows were referred to as musical comedies. Musical Theater is now a more expanded art form. Back then, singer/actors were not the norm. From the 60's to now, it is necessary to do it all to be a consummate Broadway performer."
"There's a lot of maintenance that goes into being a professional singer."
"The word, and the concept of feminism, was a gift because it gave me a sense of identity and a way of defining how I wished to live my life."
"I was hugely relieved to discover there was a purpose for girls with loud voices."
"Everything good that I know was taught to me by great teachers and I feel like giving back and sharing the technique is the thing to do."
"I love Mary Chapin Carpenter songs. I love her songs 'Come On, Come On' and 'I Am A Town', they're two of my favorite songs."
"If we're for one another, we're feminists. The rest is semantics."
"I have never experienced racism in the feminist movement, so it concerned me to think that I was unable to see the subject clearly because I came from white, middle-class privilege."
"It was critical to finding a way out. I had assumed young women knew the history of feminism and must have felt gratitude to the movement for the opportunities that the work we have done has afforded them."
"The pure connecting factor is that those of us who describe ourselves as feminists want equal rights for all people."
"It's just a little ranch. Thirty-five acres. In Texas, if it's not a thousand acres, it's considered a ranchette."
"The work that must be done for each woman to reconnect with her psyche and to give herself a chance to live her own life is essentially the same. The realization of the equality of all races, the equality of all beings is essential."
"When there's an opportunity to do more, we must."
"Good performance is about the capacity to focus and concentrate."
"So, when the discussion about not using the term feminist came up at a conference workshop, I couldn't believe it. The more I listened, the more I felt the need to express my passion about my identity as a feminist."
"We cant compare stories. We can only know in our hearts that we are the same. That may be the best we can do."
"For one thing, I teach my students what my teacher for twenty years, Paul Gavert, told me, 'The voice follows... the voice follows everything about you... who you are."
"Well, the teacher I studied with for nineteen and a half years was a man named Paul Gavert. He was a great lieder singer, so basically Im a trained lieder singer because of that teacher. The teacher I currently study with - since 1995 - is Joan Lader, who also studied with Gavert."
"My two great loves are music and horses."