So I hook up with Lorne and McNally and we spend a late night drinking and carousing. And because we just really enjoy each other's company, we're saying, 'we ought to do something together.' And up came True West.

Had you been drinking at all that night?

So, your idea of a good night is to go to bed early with a book and a milky drink, is it? What kind of example is that for the 19-year-olds who have no idea how to behave? You take this powder and get it up your nose pronto, young lady!

It was a hugely influential play for me, and the reason I thought I could have a home or place in the theatre. It really struck a chord with me. So I just think, how blessed am I? I get to do this show at this moment in time with a group of actors who are all incredibly talented powerhouses.

Two summers ago I went out to teach a directing course for Saskatchewan Theatre and David McNally was doing one on acting. Lorne Cardinal, of course, spends a lot of time in Regina where they shoot Corner Gas.

Friday night, everybody goes to the bar and drinks beer and watches hockey. I'm sure they're drinking more now.