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Junior Grace Chisholm, Cat in the Hat
Q: What are you most excited about?
A: I am excited to be in such a whimsical and fun show with such high energy. The cast is fantastic and this show has the potential to be incredible, so I can’t wait to see what we’re able to accomplish.
Q: How is this role different than other roles you’ve had?
A: I have never been a narrator in a show. I think this role is different because it’s so multi-faceted. The Cat in the Hat is mischievous and sly, yet caring and energetic. I think exploring all of those different sides will be new and exciting.
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Sophomore Megan Walstrom, Jojo
Q: What are you most excited about?
A: I’m really looking forward to performing in front of my peers and meeting new people, because this is my first show at East. I’m amazed at how many talented kids there are, and I’m excited to get to work with them. I can’t wait to see how the whole show comes together.
Q: How is this role different than other roles you’ve had?
A:I have actually played Jojo before at Stageright four years ago. It’s one of my favorite roles, and I can’t wait to perform it again.
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Junior Jackson Bush, Horton the Elephant
Q: What are you most excited about?
A: I’m most excited to play this amazingly awkward character Horton. I’m normally typecast as the smooth romantic guy, which is weird, because I definitely relate more to the awkward Elephant. I’ve never played a character in a musical with this much depth, so I’m super excited to start developing that character and really start having fun with the show.
Q: How is this role different than other roles you’ve had?
A: The role is different for a few reasons. I’ve never had to play an animal. I’ve certainly never had to be as awkward as this character, and I’ve never had a role with so much stuff to memorize. Did I also mention he’s an elephant? A large elephant? Both of which I am not? It will be interesting pulling this off. I’m so excited.
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Junior Savanna Worthington, Mayzie
Q: What are you most excited about?
A: I’m most excited about sharing the stage with some of my favorite people.
Q: How is this role different than other roles you’ve had?
A: This part is different from any other part I’ve had because Mayzie is almost an antagonist in the show, something I’ve never gotten to do. She is rambunctious, egotistical and extremely flashy, which will be something I’ve never done before.
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