As we run up on Friday’s premiere of Dear Edwina, Jr., we’ve been interviewing members of the cast.
The musical, based on the beloved book, follows the adventures of young Edwina Spoonapple as she directs the neighborhood kids in a series of production numbers as part of her "Advice-A-Palooza" extravaganza.
For our third interview with the cast, let’s hear from one of the youngest members of the team - 9-year-old Brooklyn Nelson:
Q: Tell us the basic story behind Dear Edwina, Jr.
Brooklyn: Basic story: there's a girl, Edwina, that thinks her sisters are better than her at everything because they win awards for music and math. Edwina really wants to win at something and be noticed by her parents, so she is really trying to show off her advice giving skills to get into the Advice-a-palooza festival in Kalamazoo.
Q: Tell us about the character you play.
Brooklyn: I'm one of Edwina's friends that helps in her show, and I'm also a napkin in the band Susie and the Napkins that performs a song about having good manners.
Q: What's your background in local theatre (what shows have you done)?
Brooklyn: I was in Little Mermaid, Jr. (chef/sea), Superman Preshow (Mighty Mouse), and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (ditch fairy) with First Stage. I also played Young Fiona and Baby Bear in CUP's Shrek the Musical.
Q: What's your favorite song in the show?
Brooklyn: “Sing your Own Song,” because of its message, which is to not let others push you down and that you should always be yourself and do your own thing.
Q: Why would you recommend this show to our readers?
Brooklyn: Because it has a great message and lots of fun songs!
Q: If a kid is thinking about trying out for a future First Stage show, what advice would you tell them?
Brooklyn: Just be yourself, don't be nervous and most importantly, have fun with it!
Thanks, Brooklyn!
The musical will be presented April 4, 5, 11 and 12 at 7:30 p.m., and April 6 and 13 at 2:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Center at 900 8th Street in Huntington. Tickets are $10 for children and $12 for adults.
Don’t miss it!
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