PART 1: On learning to act and creating a character
Susan discusses her career journey of approaching a role; whether as an actor, stage manager, or, even later, as a director
32:01 “I began to realize I was a character woman…”
34:08 “…trusting the truth of just being.”
PART 2: Career Challenges
Susan discusses three significant things that changed the course of her career
25:40 “I had three basic things that happened…”
29:24 “…for about 15 years.”
PART 3: Taking risks
Susan discusses a harrowing night she experienced a shipwreck at the start of her sail to Miami from St. Thomas, the first leg of her journey en route to NY following her performance run
17:46 “We set out sail from St. Thomas…”
22:48 “…knew that I would be alright.”