I started dancing at the age of three in my hometown of Toledo, Ohio, and it really was my sister's dream to pursue dance professionally. Alyson Stoner More Quotes by Alyson Stoner More Quotes From Alyson Stoner I'm a hip-hop dancer, but when I'm in my room it turns into this lyrical nonsense, and I listen to Phil Wickham and India Arie, who has the most precious songs. Alyson Stoner listen hip-hop nonsense india I'm very serious about what I write and who I allow to produce the music, because I want to make sure it's a true album, and not just something pushed out there to create hype and more fame for myself. Alyson Stoner true myself music serious I think my favorite role was playing Sarah Baker in 'Cheaper by the Dozen 1.' It was my first movie, and I worked with amazing professionals who had such strong work ethics that I immediately learned how to work in this industry. Alyson Stoner amazing think ethics work Sometimes I get a little confused because with dancing I can express my emotions with my body. With acting you have to do it with your face and your expressions, and then with animated shows you have to use your voice and use your inflections. So it's definitely a challenge to transfer from each genre of entertainment. Alyson Stoner challenge face you sometimes I want to learn how to play an instrument. I want to break a world record. I'm just a very determined, motivated type of person. Alyson Stoner person want play world You know, I look at Britney Spears who can't even drive without paparazzi in her face, and if I ever get to that level, which I don't expect, but if it does happen and success does happen to come my way, then I'm going to be prepared. Alyson Stoner face look you success Being famous as a kid is weird and unhealthy. Alyson Stoner weird kid being being-famous No, I'm not in the Illuminati. Alyson Stoner In my generation, we sort of let the art speak for itself. We don't disclose our personal private lives. Alyson Stoner generation personal speak art For all the challenges I've faced in my path to self-acceptance, I've also traveled it with my own set of luck and privilege. Alyson Stoner my-own luck path challenges Some people in the industry warned me that I'd ruin my career, miss out on possible jobs, and potentially put my life in danger if I ever came out. Alyson Stoner my-life me life people I'm very sensitive to the incredibly diverse range of opinions within religious and secular communities, and honestly, I'd appreciate if we focused first on the experiences and dignity of the people. Alyson Stoner focused dignity appreciate people I can love people of every gender identity and expression. It is the soul that captivates me. Alyson Stoner me soul love people I've had a very long career of being conservative. Alyson Stoner career being conservative long I think generationally, as human progress does its thing, we are constantly impressed by the upcoming generation. Alyson Stoner human generation think progress That's something that I think the best artists retain - the ability to invite you into their small, intimate inner space, and let that be what radiates. Alyson Stoner best think you space