I would hate not to do a play every couple of years. I think it's not me.

Actors have to remind people that they can do different things, not just the same style of one role.

I think it sits quite happily with me, the condition of being an actor. I see some people getting quite eaten up with it, with the insecurities. There are times when I long for continuity and stability, but I also love the idea of not knowing what I'll be doing next - or even if I'm going to work.

What's exciting is there's a curtain that divides the audience from this other world. You want to see behind.

Some British actors are snobby about telly, and I don't understand that.

No one will guide you in the right direction, in the end you have to learn for yourself. You have to grow up yourself.

It must be odd, being recognizable. I would hate to lose that anonymity.