At the risk of sounding naff, it is having hope fulfilled.
I always think 12 times before saying anything.
People say to me that I cant be nervous because Ive had such a wealth of experience, but I tell them that I have never done this particular part before.
I think people often confuse success with fame and stardom.
When I left drama school, there were dozens of rep theatres you could apply to where you got a good training.
I think behind closed doors people behave differently no matter what period we're looking at, because people have to stand up straight in public but can slouch behind closed doors - can you imagine wearing those corsets?