QUICK QUIZ

Jeffrey Thomas
(Wellington - N.Z.)

A play you like and why?
'Art' by Yasmina Reza because it's witty, intelligent and very, very simple.

The role you remember most?
Marc in 'Art', though I'd have been happy playing any one of the three characters in the play.

Which book on acting would you recommend?
"Thinking Slim" by Marlon Brando

Your favourite film about acting?
"Tootsie"

Who inspires you?
Extremely rich people. Oh, and Mother Teresa.

Your favourite food when stressed?
Pizza.

What do you do to relax?
Eat pizza.

What's worst about acting?
The worst thing is having to answer questionnaires about acting.

What's best about acting?
Doing it.

Do you sing in the bath?
Of course.

What's important about cryptic crosswords?
It helps you look at the words a bit differently.

What's the most important skill for an actor?
Good listening.

Is 42 really the meaning life?
No, it is merely one of the many meanings of life.

Is there a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow?
Don't be silly.

Your favourite cliche?
I love them all except -

Which cliché do you hate?
It's God's will.

What do you wear to rehearsal?
Anything comfortable. Character shoes as soon as possible.

If your agent recommended a name change what would you pick?
Rick Shaw.