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B5 Online : Tonight we are joined by Jason Carter, who plays Marcus Cole on the hit television show, "Babylon 5!" Welcome Jason!

JC at B5 : Greetings!

B5 Online : From Arion214...

Question : Jason, thanks for a great Lancelot..are you a romantic or realist at heart?

JC at B5 : I'm realistically romantic. :)

B5 Online : From KngBugfac...

Question : Did you watch British Sci Fi on TV growing up? How does B5 compare in your opinion?

JC at B5 : Yes, Dr. Who, 2000, Timeslip. It compares admirably - long story arcs - love them!

B5 Online : From LoisMJ...

Question : Do you think Ivanova and Marcus will ever work out their differences? Will they become an item?

JC at B5 : Ask the match maker, Joe.

B5 Online : From FredJ...

Question : Have you noticed any differences in the way British B5 fans have reacted to you and/or Marcus? If so, how?

JC at B5 : The British offered to buy me a pint.

B5 Online : From LadyPisce...

Question : What do you see as Marcus' role now that Ranger One is gone?

JC at B5 : The same. To fight for the greater common good. Irrespective of Beaurocratic impediment.

B5 Online : From Pacopink...

Question : Hello Jason!My question is how can you keep a straight face with all the humor going on around you during the show?

JC at B5 : If I laugh... Claudia will spank me.

B5 Online : From Starfury3...

Question : Good Evening Mr Carter and welcome What is you acting background and training before B5?

JC at B5 : Three years at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Sixteen years of theatre, film and television. Salome at the National Theatre. The Common Pursuit, Melon, The Sleeping Prince, in the London West End - among others.

B5 Online : From Airmen La...

Question : Babylon 5 came on soon after another station show called Deep Space Nine. My question is, how do you feel about the compition?

JC at B5 : I don't watch it. I don't know.

B5 Online : From Jcondon83....

Question : now that they are bringing back "viper",are there plans for you to return?

JC at B5 : Yes, but at this stage they are only mine.

B5 Online : From SnowTL...

Question : If you had full control over your character, what would you change about him?

JC at B5 : The size of his role. The title of the show.... "MARCUS!" His guilt over his brother's death... he should transcend guilt.

B5 Online : From AnessaE...

Question : Okay, we've seen Franklin with no shirt, Garibaldi with no shirt, and Sheridan with no shirt. When do you get some shirtless screentime? ; D

JC at B5 : I've just joined a gym, but I've only been twice. Maybe by the end of next season I'll have some pecks. And the following year, perhaps a couple of abs.

B5 Online : From GreenGoo7...

Question : Hello Jason. Just saw you on The Sentinel last week. What other plans do you have for your hiatus? Any plans of making it back to BC?

JC at B5 : Babcom convention in London in June. I'll be a guest speaker. : Love BC... weather reminds me of home.

B5 Online : From TRMICHIGA....

Question : Jason, How soon will you and Ivoniva get together????

JC at B5 : Possibly August, or perhaps early September at the catering truck.

B5 Online : From Satai Jud....

Question : Jason: I love to watch you fight!! You've got soem great moves....anyway, do you forsee more RAnger activity in the future of Babylon 5, or are they going to remain in the background?

JC at B5 : Rangers are always in the background.. that's what makes them so effective. LIke love, you can't see it but it's there.

B5 Online : From El Masser....

Question : If memory serves.... you played a Shakespearian acting teacher on 90210....? Was that the nature of your acting training? Have you taught...?

JC at B5 : I was a Tony Award winning theatre director on 90210. No, I have never taught - there is too much yet to learn. This is all I teach.

B5 Online : From BrandonW...

Question : What has been your favorite episode so far?

JC at B5 : Exogenesis. I enjoy working with Richard. Buddy picture moments.

B5 Online : From Tmeier...

Question : As long story arcs go-are you a long term character or will you be sadly taken away from us after 1 or 2 seasons?

JC at B5 : No, I'll be there to the bitter end - and then starring in the spinoff, "MARCUS!"

B5 Online : From Wyolerns...

Question : I enjoy your performance, but I'm not sure of the role your character is intended to play? Are you an outsider... a rogue who can go either way... How do you define your role in the Arc of the show?

JC at B5 : First of all, outside what? If my character is striving against darkness, there is only one way to go - a constant force for positive change.

B5 Online : From Hospitalo...

Question : Were you experienced with hand to hand and staff fighting before the show or have you learned it for the part? Also do you have to work hard at it, it seems to me that you've gotten faster and more fluid.

JC at B5 : No, I had never fought with staffs - but with rapier and dagger and broadsword and epee. Not all at the same time. I trained extensively in stage fight at LAMDA.

B5 Online : From Cowprophe...

Question : What convinced you to try out for the part?

JC at B5 : I don't know. An actor's life is continously trying out for parts. This was just one of them. I didn't know how good it was until I was offered it. Then, I got to read the script.

B5 Online : From Arion214...

Question : What is your reaction to being considered one of the major *hunks* on the show? Flattering or annoying?

JC at B5 : Amusing. My wife cracks up to hear it.

B5 Online : From TRMICHIGA...

OnlineHost : Jason, before B5, what was your favorite part??

JC at B5 : Macbeth.

B5 Online : From SKnox...

Question : Do you like the Beatles?

JC at B5 : Is the Pope Catholic?

B5 Online : From Sheridan...

Question : Jason, B5 is the best show on TV, what is your (honest) opinion of it thus far?

JC at B5 : I have to agree (honestly.) The story is rich in philosophical debate, exciting action - and I'm in it.

B5 Online : We have time for one more question this evening...

OnlineHost : HOw do you like working with the cast & crew of B5?

JC at B5 : It's good work, good atmosphere. No starry stuff. Nobody strutting around as if they are better than everybody else. Everyone's on the same team - working to the same end: The realization of JMS's incredible vision.

B5 Online : We want to thank everyone for joining us tonight, and want to say thanks to Jason for coming in... be sure and check out the B5 area for episodic previews, images and more! Thanks again, Jason! Any last words for tonight?

JC at B5 : Strive toward the light.

Fare well.

Originally appeared at babylon5.com:
http://babylon5.warnerbros.com/cmp/chat052896.htm