“I am not going to let anyone tell my story but me.” — Toni Morrison
On The Record

The Entertainment Lab is one of several pipeline programs offered by Disability Belongs for disabled entertainment professionals. In addition to the virtual lab, which runs from May to September, 

"Understand that failure is a natural part of the journey. It took me a while to grasp that it’s okay to fail. I used to feel down for days or avoid starting projects altogether out of fear of failure. Then I realized that failure is an opportunity for self-improvement. It’s a chance to learn and grow."

"I’ve always aimed to share the stories of black women, narrated by black women themselves... Society doesn’t always want to tell a full story, and I’m here to make sure our voices break through and give the complete picture."

"Everyone is not your friend so stop talking so much to folks... It’s easier than you think to know who is genuine and who isn’t. Just watch what company you keep because it may ultimately be your demise."

"The actors, many of them using a Jamaican patois, are refreshingly unique, revealing aspects of immigrant lives that many theatergoers will not be familiar with."

"Self-Compassion is Vital: Understand that what happened to you is not your fault. Be compassionate with yourself and acknowledge that healing takes time. You deserve understanding and kindness from yourself."

"I just want to give that little girl that I don’t know the same emotional impact that I received... That is true inspiration. That is true motivation."