I just assumed the world was full of solo percussionists. I couldn't find sticks or music or anything where I was, but that was expected because there was nothing there anyway. And I think that was possibly the greatest asset for me, just not knowing.
It's natural for any actor that segues into directing to be an actor's director. You know how to relate to the actors.
I am a Soviet man, and Yeltsin is a Soviet man - maybe our grandchildren will be different.