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What does it mean?
The speaker identifies with Gene Kelly's multifaceted role as producer, director, singer, and dancer.
In plain terms
Gene Kelly did everything in the show so only he could play him.
What can you take from it?
Multifaceted talent defines unique performers.

Where it applies

  • casting
  • performance review
  • career planning

Putting it to work

  • casting decisions
  • multiskilling
  • performance

Questions to consider

  • What defines a performer's identity?
  • Can one person do it all?

Another view

Many performers share skills without being identical.

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