The BAFTA-nominated actress, who rose to fame as part of the Goodness Gracious Me team, opens up about being back on stage – and tells us why she’s embracing ageing
Miss Hannigan’s a real party girl. Are you anything like her?
It’s so fun being nasty. I’m loving it, but I’m exhausted – it’s so full-on. I’m not really a dancer, but I’m learning new skills, which is good. She spends most of her time sloshed or hungover – not like me, I hardly ever drink!
Did Craig Revel Horwood give you any advice on the role?
To have a ball – which he really did – and make sure to get lots of rest, as it’s late nights. I do breakfast for my son [Shaan, 12] but then I go back to bed! My admiration for musical theatre has increased tenfold.
You look great. So what’s your workout regime like?
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