Quote by Eric McCormack

I never felt cool growing up. I was a bit of an outsider, but I discovered theatre very early on, which got me through.

I never felt cool growing up. I was a bit of an outsider, bu

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This quote expresses how the speaker, though feeling like an outsider and not fitting into the societal definition of "cool" during their childhood, found solace in theatre. Despite their sense of not belonging, engaging with theatre gave them a sense of purpose and a means to navigate those feelings of exclusion. It highlights the transformative power of artistic expression in providing a refuge and a sense of identity for those who may feel marginalized or different in society.

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