In every area, we seem to have thrown everything away and embraced reality television. Its nauseating, programme after programme.

For me, acting is a series of impressions rather than trying to find one line through to the end, which risks becoming more of a presentation.

There are many actors who'll make their living in other areas, and they'll say they don't like theatre. What they're saying is that they're afraid of theatre because they know it will separate those who can from those who can't.

In every area, we seem to have thrown everything away and embraced reality television. Its nauseating, programme after programme.

I always leave room for serendipity and chance.

An actor has power, and their power is very simple: it's the power to say no.

The Scottish are not shy when it comes to expressing themselves.