"Half of me is this wacked-out comedienne who will do anything for a buck and a laugh. Well, at least for a laugh. But the other half is a lot darker, sadder and more pensive. It's the dark side that feeds the outrageousness and allows it to surface. I think that's true for anyone with comic flair."

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Source: DIVA TALK: Catching Up with Little Mermaid's Faith Prince Plus More Kander/Ebb Memories. Interview with Andrew Gans, www.playbill.com. May 01, 2009.

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Faith Prince

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Faith Prince is a Tony Award-winning actress known for her powerful performances in musical theater, particularly in 'Guys and Dolls'.

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