Q: You are no stranger to the Dock Street Theatre stage. What are a couple of your favorite past roles that you’ve performed with Charleston Stage?
I’ve been with Charleston Stage for nearly two years now and my favorite role would definitely have to be Ethan in Helium. This was my first role with Charleston Stage and it was a really great learning experience and all around great time! I made a lot of strong bonds with the cast and crew and I gained a home away from home. I also had the privilege of playing Albert in Bye Bye Birdie which I had a great time with because I love musical theatre and all music in general. My time with TheatreWings has also provided me with a variety of roles and growth opportunities.
Q: Where are you from? Are there any special subjects you are studying or activities you do that fuel your passion for the arts?
I am from Goose Creek, South Carolina, and I am sixteen years old. I attend Goose Creek High School. I am majoring in Theatre with Berkeley County Center for the Arts and this definitely fuels my passion for the arts because I am able to do what I love every day.
Q: You are playing the iconic role of Christopher Boone. How would you describe this character and what is your favorite part of performing this role?
Christopher is a highly intelligent kid with a beautiful mind full of creativity and brilliant ideas. He has a great passion for the things he loves and he is very brave. My favorite part of performing this role is the accent because it really helps me stop being myself and go into the character of Christopher Boone. Some challenging elements of this role would be staying true to Christopher himself and not falling into the clichés that people have about people on the spectrum. Christopher is a unique person and doesn’t fall under any labels. He is his own person and that person is magnificent.
Q: What has drawn you to this story and what are you hoping audiences will take away from this production?
This is such an incredible story about the world and how people see it and take it for granted. I want audiences to see the world through the eyes of Christopher and see the many things in daily life that people might not think about and may glance over.
Q: What do you like to do in your spare time?
In my spare time I like to play my instruments and practice music. I love music! I like to hang out with my friends and spend time with my family.
Performances of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time run Feb. 6 – 24 at the Historic Dock Street Theatre. For tickets, click here.