My questions
1.How did you prepare for your role as Tin? Did you find a case study and portray their little quirks and characteristics?
Although I see a lot of similarities between myself as a child and Tin, I did a lot of research! Lola from Junior GBBO was a great inspiration for me. Her quirks, body language and way she sees the world are very similar to Tin’s, so I watched a lot of episodes of Junior GBBO to prepare (not that I’m complaining)! The rest of her traits and characteristics I just found in rehearsals really, trialling things and seeing what worked for me personally. She’s such a joy to portray though and I feel as though it comes naturally to me.
2. Hearing that Cassie and the lights is based off real life experiences how did you find the passion to be Tin and how she is given to the audience?
I personally don’t have any experience within the care system, but I have a twin sister, so a lot of my passion for this project came from knowing how important it is to be a sister, and how much they mean to you. I also don’t think the care system is talked about enough, particularly in theatre, so I’m so glad we can bring such an important topic to light, and I just hope people go home with just a little more awareness of the care system and how much it can impact young people.
I have to say I loved Tin she has a quirky personality and such a happy girl full of so much hope. I honestly wanted to give you all a hug and make it better.
3. I love how close your siblings are and it shows how you get along do you feel that your acting styles are similar ?
I think we all have different acting styles!! But I find it so easy to act alongside both Emily and Brains, and throughout rehearsals we were able to explore and create together. It almost feels like we’re an actual family ourselves!
4. What has been the most rewarding part of being involved in “Cassie and the lights,” and how has it impacted you as a performer?
Cassie and the Lights has been such a rewarding experience for me as an actor. I’ve been involved with the show for just under a year now, and when we took the play to NYC I was the swing. Going from doing that to being in the play every night has been incredible and I’m so lucky to be a part of it. The biggest thing for me though is that the play has now been published, and that’s been one of my career goals as an actor for a long time, so seeing that happen has been pretty surreal for me.
5. Can you share a memorable moment or a behind-the-scenes story from rehearsals or performances ?
I had such an amazing time rehearsing for Cassie and the Lights, both for this run and the run in NYC, but my favourite part of rehearsals is when we do a run for the first time. It’s so fun and makes me feel even more excited to open!
6. Lastly, what do you hope audiences take away from seeing Cassie and the lights?
I think something that is so special about Cassie and the Lights is that everyone takes away something different. People leave with different opinions about the outcome, characters and story and I think that’s so important, because then people continue to discuss the subject matter. I just hope people leave feeling joyful, as well as more informed about the care system.
I want to say a big thank you for taking the time to answer my questions
My 5 Star Review of Cassie And The lights
