From riding across the stage as a turtle in The Little Mermaid to taking center stage as Fiona in Shrek, graduating senior Gloria Friend has spent years growing up in Union Theatre. In this episode of Backstage with Brough, Gloria reflects on her theatre journey, the roles that shaped her, and how a childhood activity became a passion she plans to pursue in college.

We talk about favorite performances, memorable rehearsal moments, auditioning for musical theatre programs, surviving show season, and what’s next as she heads to UCO to study musical theatre. Along the way, Gloria shares plenty of laughs, “Gloria-isms,” and stories from her years on the Union stage.

Plus, dream roles, Survivor dreams, and why theatre will always be a part of who she is.