I don't think musicals are my thing. I'm not a big fan. Definitely have to get on the stage and do something like a straight play.

To be respected as an actor it doesn't help to be seen out in the clubs.

I can't stand watching myself on TV.

It's very difficult to juggle two careers, unless you're going to have someone put it all together for you. Because you're on TV, somebody just gives you a record deal - that's not how I'd want to get it, because it's just not real.

You have to do things that excite you; you have to have a passion for your work. Otherwise you're just a face on the screen.

I grew up with it. As a young actor, I was always aware of the brilliant work of Shakespeare. We studied Romeo & Juliet and Macbeth in school. As a young actor, you're always mystified and intrigued by such brilliant work. To actually have the chance to be involved in this production was a wonderful thing for me.

I don't come from a famous family and don't have this detachment from everyday people and everyday life. I'm just doing my job and the attention that comes with it is part of the territory.