'As You Like It' was the first Shakespeare production I ever did.

Shakespeare showed me that once I understand the rules, I can break them.

Shakespeare's taught me that there are more words in the English language than I have got in my head.

I'm constantly intimidated by Shakespeare's work. Trying to decipher what he's saying and holding on to that thought - not just as an actor, but as a human being - is a rigour.

I absolutely hate clothes shopping, though I love clothes. It's my idea of heaven to be handed things to wear.

I have lots of passions - gardens, art, music and reading. I have eclectic taste and read a huge variety of books.