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in the role of George…
This past semester, I played Jack in Into the Woods. I also played the Brick's Pig/Dance Ensemble in Moonlight Amphitheater's Shrek: The Musical!
So, what originally made you choose to participate in musical theatre?
When
I was in kindergarten, I went on a field trip to see my first musical
production ever, Peter Pan with
Christian Youth Theater. This production inspired me to later join the same
theater company, CYT, at ten years old. I haven’t stopped since!
What is one thing that
you love about Drowsy?
The Drowsy Chaperone is all about fun! There
isn’t a dull moment in this show with the incredible music, sets, costumes, and
characters! There are always surprises around every corner, and the bigger
theme and storyline with the Man in Chair will surely touch the hearts of every
audience member.
What are some unique
challenges of your role?
For
me, it is a challenge to act as mature and old as my character is supposed
to be. I usually play younger and more naive roles, so it is an
awesome challenge to be able to experiment with a role that stretches my
acting ability, as well as grow in my tap dancing ability!
What is one thing that
audience members should know before coming to see the show?
When
the audience has in mind to see The
Drowsy Chaperone, I would say to keep an open mind, and let yourself delve
into the delicious world of this show. I would want them to pay keen attention
to the character growth of the Man in Chair, as well as the unique
"show-within-a-show” style. It is also important to note that each character
within the inner production is an actor from the twenties, and to examine
how the actors relate to their fellow actors on the Broadway stage.
