In the theatre, the actor is given immediate feedback.

It does make you a better director and a better actor.

You know, working as an actor, I'm always working within my own imagination.

Indeed, the actor's lot is a much harder one than that of the director's, from one simple standpoint: The actor has to play the eight shows a week.

Robin Williams, by the way, is the most consummately skilled actor, and one of the funniest people I've ever encountered.

You know, working as an actor, I'm always working within my own imagination.