To follow without halt, one aim; there is the secret of success. And success? What is it? I do not find it in the applause of the theatre. It lies rather in the satisfaction of accomplishment.
—Anna Pavlova
Topics: Accomplishment
No one can arrive from being talented alone. God gives talent; work transforms talent into genius.
—Anna Pavlova
Topics: Work
Success is the satisfaction of feeling that one is realizing one’s ideal.
—Anna Pavlova
Topics: Success, Ideals
Although one may fail to find happiness in theatrical life, one never wishes to give it up after having once tasted its fruits.
—Anna Pavlova
Topics: Wishes
The right to happiness is fundamental.
—Anna Pavlova
Topics: Happiness
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