I've never heard of a situation where, because somebody had a particular political belief, they didn't get a part. I think it's a bit of a myth.

A man can convince anyone hes someone else but never himself.

I feel it's a responsibility for anyone who breaks through a certain ceiling... to send the elevator back down and give others a helpful lift.

Im always taken aback by things that are successful that I think are just crap, and then Im completely surprised when things I do end up being successful because you walk into things and you never know Its just really remarkable.

If youre not concerned about maintaining an image, you can pursue roads that another actor might not take.

Exposure to the arts and culture is enormously valuable.

When I look around at Broadway and the West End, theatre is becoming an exclusive club.