I'm very proud of the colour of my skin and that I'm inspiring people from all backgrounds, but I think it will be great for the next mixed-race or black female principal dancer if she doesn't have to be asked about that.
Interpretation
Francesca Hayward expresses pride in her heritage while hoping for a future where race is not a topic of discussion for aspiring dancers.
In this quote, Francesca Hayward highlights her pride in her racial identity and the role she plays in inspiring others from various backgrounds. She advocates for a future where the race of individuals, particularly those aspiring to be leaders in the arts, does not overshadow their talent or accomplishments, suggesting an evolution towards a more inclusive society where such identities are normalized and celebrated without question.
In practice
During a speech at a diversity seminar.
You know how many men make music without biting each other's heads off? Why do we have to do that? There's room for everybody. I really couldn't care less what the next girl's doing. If she's shining, that's good. It's not taking away from my light.
I am just tired of writing about heroes that we're dragging down to our level, and I want to write about heroes that we want to be.
God, I pray light these idle sticks of my life and may I burn up for thee.
You must not for one instant give up the effort to build new lives for yourselves. Creativity means to push open the heavy, groaning doorway to life.
'Peace Train' is a song I wrote, the message of which continues to breeze thunderously through the hearts of millions. There is a powerful need for people to feel that gust of hope rise up again.
In our dreams we are able to fly . . . and that is a remembering of how we were meant to be.
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