When I left Cambridge, I applied to regional repertory theaters in the U.K. and got accepted by one of them... And here I am, still at it. Ian Mckellen acceptapplycambridge Change image and share on social
I'm not being offered a constant stream of wonderful parts with wonderful directors that would keep me away from the theatre. When they turn up, I do them. Ian Mckellen constantdirectoroffer Change image and share on social
I used to think 'King Lear' was an analysis of insanity, but I don't really think it is. When Lear is supposed to be at his most insane, he is actually understanding the world for the first time. Ian Mckellen analysisinsaneinsanity Change image and share on social
Personally, coming out was one of the most important things I've ever done, lifting from my shoulders the millstone of lies that I hadn't even realized I was carrying. Ian Mckellen carrycomehave Change image and share on social
There are some fantastic parts for older actors. Ian Mckellen actorfantasticold Change image and share on social
There are still times in my life where I pull back from being totally honest, and I can't imagine a single straight person who would understand that. Ian Mckellen backhonestimagine Change image and share on social
I love musicals; I love the ballet, opera, the circus. It's all performance to me. Ian Mckellen balletcircuslove Change image and share on social
If you've got Mystique as your girlfriend the fun you could have in bed - I've just imagined X-Men 3 might open with me in bed with Patrick Stewart. Ian Mckellen bedfungirlfriend Change image and share on social
I've often thought the Bible should have a disclaimer in the front saying, 'This is fiction.' Ian Mckellen bibledisclaimerfiction Change image and share on social
