LES MISERABLES, IF/THEN, & ON THE TOWN Cast Members Talk Pre-Show Routines on THE ENSEMBLIST Podcast
By: Sally Henry Fuller Jan. 25, 2015
Kober and Williams, who were featured on the "West End Ensemblists" episode, compare the differences between getting ready on the West End and Broadway, as well as the preparation time when acrobatics and fighting are involved. LeProtto shares the importance of a proper warm up for each dance and vocal style in On the Town. Guests Bieber and Lawrence explain how their half hour routines vary from show to show, especially when intricate make-up and costumes are involved, and McDowell gives listeners insight about working a wig call into her half hour. Peil shares the unique feeling each Broadway theatre provides when it comes to warming up, and why she prefers to arrive to the theatre long before the official half hour call.
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