"In Torch Song, I did that character almost non-stop from 1978 until I made the movie in 1987. Then I..." — Harvey Fierstein

I have to work really hard, eight shows a week, to get a nice check as an actor. But when I write a play, and it's a - knock wood - hit, the checks come in for many years.

I got a lovely check today from being a writer that I earned by sitting at home. That's rewarding.

I don't believe in the afterlife, so I do think when somebody passes, it's worthy of note.

Theater has to resonate in your heart in a way that movies don't.