I think opera has gained a kind of glamorous appeal. Its a live performance that aligns all of the arts, and when it is represented in the media, in film in particular, it is presented as something that is really a special event, whether its a great date or something thats just hugely romantic. – Renee Fleming
Ive always been inspired by artists who have shown musical and intellectual curiosity and the courage to take risks. – Renee Fleming
Having to travel so much plays havoc with your personal life. – Renee Fleming
Everybodys a work in progress. Im a work in progress. I mean, Ive never arrived… Im still learning all the time. – Renee Fleming
I started writing morning pages just to keep my hand in, you know, just because I was a writer and I didnt know what else to do but write. And then one day as I was writing, a character came sort of strolling in and I realized, Oh my God, I dont have to be just a screenwriter. I can write novels. – Julia Cameron