Two summers ago I went out to teach a directing course for Saskatchewan Theatre and David McNally was doing one on acting. Lorne Cardinal, of course, spends a lot of time in Regina where they shoot Corner Gas.

It was a hugely influential play for me, and the reason I thought I could have a home or place in the theatre. It really struck a chord with me. So I just think, how blessed am I? I get to do this show at this moment in time with a group of actors who are all incredibly talented powerhouses.

So I hook up with Lorne and McNally and we spend a late night drinking and carousing. And because we just really enjoy each other's company, we're saying, 'we ought to do something together.' And up came True West.

Life is a theatre set in which there are but few practicable entrances.

It's one of those roles where you realize why you got into theatre and without sounding too proud, it’s just one of those moments where you feel born to play a role that was made for you. It’s a great show and I really hope it find its way to Broadway. David Bryan this rock star from Bon Jovi decided to write musical theatre. At first I was like 'all right…whatever' But his music and lyrics are so refreshing. It reminds me a lot of Yazbek but more gospel and R&B influenced. It’s the best original music I have heard in a long time.

This is like a candy store for someone who loves theatre.