The first time I had to hold a baby, I was really nervous, but I soon grew in confidence. Jessica Raine More Quotes by Jessica Raine More Quotes From Jessica Raine I did an A Level in Theatre Studies and had a really inspirational teacher, and then I just went on to university. Jessica Raine levelstheatreteacher My first acting experience was a non-speaking role as a robot. My costume was a cardboard box covered in tinfoil, but I was so shy I refused to go on stage. Jessica Raine actinggoes-onfirsts If feathers don't ruffle, nothing flies. Jessica Raine rufflesfeathersifs I always knew that the only thing I wanted to do was act, but it took me a long time to say it out loud to anyone, let alone myself. I am surprised by how dogged I have been in wanting to make a living as a respected actress. Jessica Raine actressesloudlong After filming, I cant wait to shake off all that 50s primness. Ill go out to a gig and dance ridiculously. I love to lose myself in music. Just letting go - its dead important. Jessica Raine importantwaitingletting-go I have a lot of Breton striped top and silk shirts that always feel good. I also like things with a masculine edge and dislike anything too girly. Jessica Raine girlyshirtsfeel-good I have a really adaptable face, but when I am just being me, people always think I am younger than I am. Jessica Raine facespeoplethinking For any role, I pretty much always go to the script, first and foremost. Jessica Raine scriptsrolesdirectors My fondest memories are of watching lambs being delivered. Jessica Raine lambsmemories I find that women want to tell me about their birthing experiences. In the most excruciating detail. It's not put me off having children, but I do feel like I know too much. Jessica Raine too-muchwantchildren Im certainly not squeamish at all. The countryside makes you very aware of birth and death. Jessica Raine birth-and-deathcountrysidebirth I have a gorgeous coat that I found at a vintage fair - it's just so elegant. Unfortunately, it has a massive hole underneath the arm, as I think I may have worn it to death! Jessica Raine thinkvintagegorgeousdeath I would like to explore comedy, I want to do more theatre, and I definitely want a future in film. Jessica Raine futurecomedytheatrewant I would like to explore comedy, I want to do more theatre, and I definitely want a future in film. I love science-fiction. Jessica Raine futurecomedytheatrelove I am not posh. I went to a comprehensive school. Jessica Raine ami-amposhschool I was always told at school I was posh, then I came to London, and here I'm told I have a country accent. Jessica Raine alwayslondoncountryschool Schedules on TV are so tight, and it feels like they get tighter and tighter with every passing year. The idea of asking where your character's come from or where they grew up - you would just get a little bit laughed at. Jessica Raine youryearyoucharacter I've been thinking recently about all the qualities you need in order to be an actor. First and foremost, you've got to have a thick skin and give out an 'I don't give a monkey's what you think' kind of vibe, while at the same time really caring what everyone thinks. You've got to be tough and sensitive at the same time. Jessica Raine youcaringtimethinking You know that book 'Quiet: the Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking', by Susan Cain? That's like my manifesto. The older I get, the more I think I could be a hermit. Jessica Raine youpowerbookworld I don't want to sound too bleeding heart, because I know how lucky I've been, but I never knew how hard it was to be the lead in a television show. Jessica Raine neverknowhearttelevision
