My background is somewhat unusual, as I trained to be a ballet dancer. I worked in the theatre for eight or nine years as a contemporary dancer. But as an actor one does read Shakespeare and does try to learn the classics.
You have to write the book that wants to be written. And if the book will be too difficult for grown-ups, then you write it for children.
I went on television and I wouldn't say a word; I feel so stupid when I watch them again.

