Childhood in large parts of modern Britain, at any rate, has been replaced by premature adulthood, or rather adolescence

Everybody uses mime and gesture in real life, though we don't realize it. It's very useful as a performance technique, though it can be boring to watch on its own.

We seem to be made to suffer. It's our lot in life.

Cruelty is like hope: it springs eternal.

All I ever wanted to do was act.

I don't do that many appearances at conventions. I like to keep them special for me. And for the fans, I hope.

Over the years, I've loved being on stage with an orchestra, waving my hands around.