Sophie Thompson Quotations

I took my children to see 'Son of Rambow,' about two boys who make a home movie with a video camera. When you have children, culturally you become involved in their life.

I've just finished reading a book about the brilliant Margaret Rutherford. She wasn't a beauty, but inside she was absolutely blazing and passionate about her work. She's one of those life-affirming characters.

I am an opera virgin; I'd far prefer to see a musical such as 'Guys and Dolls.

I haven't played Hedda Gabler yet, but maybe if I did I might find the funny bits.

I like to sing along to Annie Lennox and pretend to be as sassy as her.

I'm not a natural reader but there are books I'll read and read again.

Martin Sheen is my pinup! And Allison Janney, oh my God. They're brilliant actors.

People say there's a book in everyone but I'm not sure there is. There might be a pamphlet in me.

Wyndham's is a beautiful old theatre. The sensation on the stage isn't as different as you might think from the Royal Court.

Awards are always a pleasant surprise. They are the candy-floss parts of our job - a lovely added extra to attract people's attention. The bottom line is that you want to sell tickets.