Despite all her years of stage experience, award winning actress Vanessa Redgrave wasn't sure she'd be able to play her latest role.<br/> She stars in Driving Miss Daisy alongside American actors James Earl Jones and Boyd Gaines.<br/> The trio had a successful run with the show on Broadway and the production has just transferred to Wyndham's Theatre in London's West End.<br/> SOUNDBITE: Vanessa Redgrave, actress, saying:<br/> ''Well Miss Daisy is a very, very unusual, very special lady. I didn't think I could play her, but somehow or other I seem to be and I am so glad I am.''<br/> Set against the backdrop of the American civil rights movement, the play focuses on the unlikely friendship that grows between Daisy and her chauffeur - played by James Earl Jones.<br/> Boyd Gaines makes up the rest of the cast, taking on the part of Daisy's son.<br/> A great team on stage and off, Vanessa credits her fellow actors with helping with stage fright.<br/> SOUNDBITE: Vanessa Redgrave, actress, saying:<br/> ''I mean I don't get it like I have had it, because of the complete trust we have in each other. I have had some wonderful times, wonderful experiences, very creative experiences, but this play and Jim and Boyd, I have never known such a high wire trust.''<br/> Their chemistry was well received on the show's opening night in London.<br/> Perhaps the secret to their success, is down to their pre-show rituals?<br/> SOUNDBITE: Boyd Gaines, actor, saying:<br/> I kill several chickens in my dressing room before each show.''<br/> SOUNDBITE: Vanessa Redgrave, actress, saying:<br/> ''He tells some very lovely jokes and limericks and err makes us all''<br/> SOUNDBITE: Boyd Gaines, actor, saying:<br/> ''We get the occasional dance from Vanessa, oh yes several times.''<br/> SOUNDBITE: Reporter, saying:<br/> ''What style of dance does she do?''<br/> SOUNDBITE: Boyd Gaines, actor, saying:<br/> ''I'm not telling, it's not for publication.''<br/> Spoil sports!<br/> Whatever really goes on, this team look set to go down a storm.<br/> Sarah Mills, Reuters.
