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Ep210 - Nancy Leach, Swing in Hamburg Production of CATS

Ep210 - Nancy Leach, Swing in Hamburg Production of CATS

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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 Check out Nancy on Instagram: @nsleach_studio Produced by: ⁠⁠⁠Alan Seales⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Podcast Network⁠⁠⁠ Social Media: @⁠⁠⁠TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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