“Chrissie Cartwright wants more than anything, she wants specificity. So she doesn’t necessarily need to know what all of the relationships are that you’re playing, as long as it’s clear.” In this newest episode, we chat with Michael Robert-Lowe, the actor currently playing Old Deuteronomy in the International tour of CATS. They dive into Michael's journey with the show, his thoughts on the character dynamics, and how he interprets various elements of the musical. From discussing the musical's cultural impact across various countries to entertaining theories about Old Deuteronomy’s role, this episode offers fans an insightful and engaging look behind the scenes of this beloved production.

01:07 Michael’s Journey with CATS

07:07 Experiences on the International Tour

15:27 Interacting with Fans

20:36 Old Deuteronomy's Decision-Making Process

30:28 The Sacrificial Gesture of Old Deuteronomy

31:32 Interpreting Relationships and Hierarchies

33:06 Character Evolution and Cast Changes

36:38 Audience Interaction and Immersion

43:39 Rapid Fire

Produced by:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alan Seales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Podcast Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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