1. Surviving a creative process that basically saw me locked in a rehearsal room alone for three months, talking to myself in strange voices and recording it all on my phone. Occasional visits from other creatives were the only thing that kept me sane!

2. When ‘Cannonball’ toured to New Zealand, getting to explain to customs officers why I had a taxidermied crow in my baggage. I had all his documents in order but I'm pretty sure the Aussies thought I was crazy. The Kiwis took it completely in their stride.

3. Strange as it may sound, getting to know the characters of ‘Cannonball’. They've developed with each theatre season so I know them quite well now – they're a bit like family members or friends. People who've seen the show often ask after them, or recall things that a particular character said or did!

4. Winning Best Solo Show at NZ Fringe Festival was pretty exciting. I'd had such a great time over there with ‘Cannonball’, so it was a really nice surprise at the end of the tour.

5. Being able to share this weird imaginary world with so many different audiences. I've been to several cities, regional areas and small towns. I love seeing how different audiences respond and chatting to people after the show. I'm keeping a tally on which character is the most popular.

‘Cannonball’ is part of the Brisbane Festival and takes place at the Basement, Metro Arts, September 17-21.