In order to represent life on the stage, we must rub elbows with life, live ourselves.
Source: Ch. 3, The Life Story of an Ugly Duckling, 1924.
-- Marie Dressler, (Nov 9 1869-1934), Canadian-US actress; Her heartwarming portrayals of strongly self-sufficient, humorous old women made her one of Hollywood's most popular screen stars during the 1930s.