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Thoko Ntshinga Quotes

born 1953 South Africa

Thoko Ntshinga (born 1953), is a South African actress, director, translator, community theatre facilitator and arts activist. She is best known for the roles in the television series such as; Egoli: Place of Gold, Interrogation Room and The River.

South Africa
Actresses

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I’ve lived a fulfilling life, one that is filled with storytelling but more than anything I’m known as that woman who loves to share.

Why is it we can't make use of the land? The ownership isn't as important as the use.

The play doesn't pull any punches. It doesn't skirt the issues. It allows viewers to make up their own minds.

Motherhood has taught me that nothing is impossible as long as you set your mind to it.

You are doing great just by waking up in the morning and making sure your child is well and good.

We didn't have theatres that accepted black people.

I always think of how I have survived in this industry and try to make sure young actors do not struggle as much.

People want to laugh at themselves. But, who is going to start the joke?

But put yourself first before you can attempt to assist others. The world has many challenges but don’t ever think you can overcome all of them. Always say please and thank you.

But, along the way I realized you actually need to understand there's a lot more than just being on the stage. There's a lot involved that one does when one is an artist.

You go to bed worrying about what tomorrow will bring, but God always has a plan. Pat yourselves on the back and say “well done” every day. I know some mothers are struggling, but ladies, reach out – you are not alone.

I was so busy making sure I worked hard to provide for them that sometimes I buried myself in work. Now, I can spoil their kids and be the adviser.

The bottom line is that there is this sore that hasn't healed in the country. We can't go anywhere, we can't go forward without healing this wound.

I was excited to see more of us telling our stories with real roles.

Attribution

Quotes and notes from Wikiquote: Thoko Ntshinga (page history), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.