I often think a play gets better and better as you hit a stride because you really find new things. One of the great privileges of doing theater is you get so many at-bats - you get to try it eight times a week and every audience is different, everyday is different.

As an actor, I've always been interested in making sure I can perform the role and the lines in the way the writer intended.

The hardest thing is never what you think it's going to be.

I think film is collaboration, and I always want to hear everyone's input.

The part that I felt most comfortable with going in was just working with actors and trying to make them feel comfortable and safe so they could find the performance. That part felt organic to me.

I guess what I learned about myself is I'm a bit of a socialist; I want everyone on the set to get equal treatment and credit.

It's exciting to take control of your future instead of waiting for the phone to ring.