I am wholeheartedly in favour of an independent Scotland.

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

I always leave room for serendipity and chance.

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.

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

No acting, no production, could take the place of that moment when you come out in the dark on to the stage and the drummer plays four beats on the hi-hat and then lights and music. It just takes your breath away. No words can do what music can.

Death Of A Salesman is a great acting job.