(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Daniel Craig is considering appearing in a play because he has a need for some serious art.

The actor previously starred in a Broadway production of A Steady Rain alongside Hugh Jackman, in New York. He has also been in many films, and is globally known as the latest James Bond. However, the British actor is said to be craving a part in something more serious, so thinks theatre work might be the answer.

He needs to fulfil a need for some serious art so might turn to the stage, a source said. The one thing that fires him up is work. Hes earned a lot of money but doesnt have the respect he deserves hes a phenomenal actor.

Daniel has always said he dislikes the celebrity aspect of being an actor. He wants to be judged on the believability of his performances not on his personal life, so stays tight-lipped about private matters to avoid being gossiped about.

He considers himself an artist first and a celebrity a distant second, another source told Gaz7etta magazine. Hes a pretty reserved guy. Sure, hes got an amazing lifestyle but hes not at all boastful. The one thing he really wants is to be respected as an artist. (C) Cover Media