Want to know what hooked your favorite Broadway stars to a career in the theater? Dying to know more about their dream roles? Their Broadway crushes? Every Friday afternoon, BroadwayWorld is bringing you THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with the best of Broadway and beyond.
In this week's edition, we caught up with Natalie Storrs, who is currently starring in RED ROSES, GREEN GOLD at the Minetta Lane Theatre. Click here for tickets!
What is the first Broadway show you ever saw? You
Wicked! I was seventeen and I cried the entire show.
What is your most unique pre-show ritual?
I usually create a Spotify playlist for each individual show/character I'm playing, and listen to it while I do my makeup. That really helps me get into the world of the person I'm about to jump onstage as.
What is your most memorable "the show must go on" moment?
Oh my goodness. In my first professional show after graduating from USC, I woke up one morning mid-run with 100% laryngitis. I could barely squeak out words, let alone sing, but we didn't have understudies and I had to go on anyway. It was terrifying, but I've never felt so supported by a cast at the same time. I mouthed my songs as a creative team member sang them offstage! I learned a great deal about storytelling and facing fears from that experience.
What is the one role you want to play before you die?
The Witch in INTO THE WOODS.
Who is your Broadway crush?
Zachary Levi. Big time. Swoon. Funny, charming, wonderful.
Where can people follow you online?
@natstorrs on Instagram/Twitter, or at nataliestorrs.com
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