Jo da Silva

"Friends and colleagues within the communities that I represent have nagged me silly for years … I was so often booked as a training facilitator or MC and inevitably, my personal stories became a part of that job description … it became a natural growth"

"as long as I am part of a creative process and part of a process of change, I am happy"

"As an actress, a performance happens in the dark … you hear your audience and there is a connection of energy but you don’t necessarily see them and you are busy pretending to be someone else"

"I had to learn to find balance the hard way"

"I am convinced the talent police are around the corner"

"People forget that sometimes, manners and professionalism leaves a lasting memory"

"follow what you are passionate about and to commit to it with all your heart; success will find you"

"I love working with my hands so any craft keeps me happy as I can’t sit still for long. I also love cooking – that must be the Portuguese part kicking in"