43 Quotes by Samuel West

I'm lucky enough to work with, I think, the greatest writer there's ever been, Shakespeare. Whose collected works would always be under my pillow if I was only ever allowed one book to keep, and who never bores me.

When people say, 'If I had my life over again I wouldn't do anything different,' well, I'd do everything differently just for the variety.

At heart, this job is about continuing to make great theatre for the people of Sheffield - a city I've known and loved since childhood.

Most good art is left wing. It's a moot point whether there is any good right-wing art.

The idea that if you are very clever you shouldn't be an actor would be laughable in Russia.

I usually play toffs and soldiers, with a sideline in mass murderers.

I'm rather proud of having been a trainspotter.

I'm not very good at relaxing. Reading's the main thing. On the bus, on the tube, on the loo. Literally all the time. I mean, I don't think there's a moment of the day when I wouldn't be if I was left alone.

I absolutely love working with my dad because there is such an ease about it, and I also love his company.