Sometimes I'll work through the crossword sections of three separate papers.

The big thing that Moneypenny changed was the amount of charity work that I was able to be involved with.

It's one of the oldest theatrical adages: never work with children or animals.

I grew up without the rose-tinted look at the profession many of my friends had, but I've been very lucky playing major roles in 'An Ideal Husband', 'Arcadia' and 'The Memory of Water'.

I have to be careful what I eat before going onstage, to avoid an upset stomach.

If I pop off and do something drastic, everyone's going to realise because they know I'm 50. Anyway, middle-aged women are sensational.

I think one of the most important things I can give my children is the right to be themselves.