I go home and don't get treated any differently. People have known me all my life and are interested and very supportive but because they have known me forever I don't get any diva treatment. My mum still tells me off if I haven't loaded the dishwasher for her.

I always choose songs that I have an emotional connection to, and I often feel myself getting very emotional when I sing.

People perceive opera and classical as elitist - I disagree. I've always tried to mix the two, make it more accessible.

My mother and father were perfect role models. They were together for 25 years and very much in love. But I've got too much to do now. I'm only 27.

Children should be able to live a life free from bullying and harassment and it is time that we all took a stand against this.

For stage wear and gowns, Julien McDonald, who is a friend of mine. I love that he can be totally over the top for stage wear!

I am a perfectionist.