I've one of those brains that doesn't quieten down.

When I was really young, I wanted to be a fishmonger's wife.

Love is different at different stages of your life.

Caring less about what people think is a big thing for me.

I'm an oversharer but selective about who I share with.

You need to distinguish between getting something off your chest that won't help anyone else or saying something because you know you will be hell to live with if you don't. Quite often, this will be beyond your control.

I've found a much better love life in older age.

Acting is what I do with who I am.

I've done a lot of Shakespeare over the years. You start to realise how the plays fit together; he's always using pieces from one and slotting them into others.

Cleopatra was exhausting to play, but also completely exhilarating. She creates her own energy.