It's the arts and that's passion and that's alive and I believe in that.

They are both such good singers and musicians. It will be a real treat to have them back.

We had maybe 20 new faces who want to take part.

There's a familiarity there. Taming of the Shrew is one of the top three Shakespearean plays in terms of popularity and Kiss Me, Kate is a very familiar title for most people, and it's Cole Porter music. People will already know and love the music.

She's a master of the Shakespearean text.

He was the most loyal person I know. He's a diligent worker and he has unbelievable passion for the game of football.