"First, the instinct of imitation is implanted in man from childhood, one difference between him and other animals being that He is the most imitative of living creatures, and through imitatiion learns his earliest lessons; and no less universal is the pleasure of imitation." Aristotle Poetics
Performance was always a passion, as far as I can remember. At age 5, I have vivid memories of putting on little shows for my parents in the living room. Through my studies in the field of the Professional Theatre, I have found the following quotes to stand true;
"Better three hours too soon, than a minute too late" Shakespeare
"Just say the lines and don't trip over the furniture" Coward
"God has given you one face, and you make yourself another" Shakespeare