Guest Picks: Hugh Dancy

The Leonard Lopate Show | Dec 1, 2011

Actor Hugh Dancy was on the show to discuss his starring role in the Broadway production of "Venus in Fur" and he revealed, among other things, that he collects hands!

What have you read or seen over the past year (book, play, film, etc…) that moved or surprised you?

         “The Other Place,” a play at the Lucille Lortel Theatre, by Sharr White, directed by Joe Mantello, and starring Laurie Metcalf.

 

What are you listening to right now?

         SBTRKT’s eponymous album; British dub-step.

 

What’s the last great book you read?

         The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury.

 

What’s one thing you’re a fan of that people might not expect?

         I collect hands. And “The Only Way Is Essex.

 

What’s your favorite comfort food?

         Pasta and red wine.

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