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" Bustopher Jones was Bustopher Mürr and I don’t know why except that it rhymed." This episode features Nancy Leach who was a swing in the Hamburg production of CATS. Nancy shares her introduction to CATS, learning the show in German, and her journey from New York to Hamburg. She discusses her roles, particularly as Grizabella, and provides insight into her character's emotional depth and backstory. Nancy also reminisces about fun behind-the-scenes moments, promotional events, and her take on who truly deserves to ascend to the Heaviside Layer. Join us for an engaging discussion filled with anecdotes, reflections, and new perspectives on the iconic musical.
00:51 Nancy's Introduction to CATS
01:47 Auditioning for CATS in Hamburg
03:35 Living and Performing in Germany
07:05 Character Development and Backstory
11:55 Memorable Moments and Challenges
18:12 Promotions and Unique Experiences
22:43 Mastering Makeup and Costumes
23:07 A Special Birthday Performance
24:50 Exploring Character Relationships
28:09 The Legacy and Impact of CATS
33:08 Rapid Fire Questions
Produced by:
Alan Seales & Broadway Podcast Network
Social Media: @TheWrongCatDied
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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" Bustopher Jones was Bustopher Mürr and I don’t know why except that it rhymed." This episode features Nancy Leach who was a swing in the Hamburg production of CATS. Nancy shares her introduction to CATS, learning the show in German, and her journey from New York to Hamburg. She discusses her roles, particularly as Grizabella, and provides insight into her character's emotional depth and backstory. Nancy also reminisces about fun behind-the-scenes moments, promotional events, and her take on who truly deserves to ascend to the Heaviside Layer. Join us for an engaging discussion filled with anecdotes, reflections, and new perspectives on the iconic musical.
00:51 Nancy's Introduction to CATS
01:47 Auditioning for CATS in Hamburg
03:35 Living and Performing in Germany
07:05 Character Development and Backstory
11:55 Memorable Moments and Challenges
18:12 Promotions and Unique Experiences
22:43 Mastering Makeup and Costumes
23:07 A Special Birthday Performance
24:50 Exploring Character Relationships
28:09 The Legacy and Impact of CATS
33:08 Rapid Fire Questions
Produced by:
Alan Seales & Broadway Podcast Network
Social Media: @TheWrongCatDied
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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