TPAC's Arts Appetizer Podcasts · Tennessee Performing Arts Center

The Cast of Six

February 21, 2023·51 min·5 clips

Naveedan Singh welcomes viewers to a behind-the-scenes chat with the cast of the Six Broadway Tour in Nashville.

This TPAC Inside Out webinar features a discussion with performers from the 2023 Broadway tour of the musical *Six*, moderated by choreographer and TPAC teaching artist Tasha Marie. The panel includes cast members Cecilia Snow, an alternate and dance captain, and other touring performers who introduce themselves. They discuss the experience of performing in the high-energy pop concert-style show about the six wives of Henry VIII. Specific topics include the unique challenges of being an alternate covering multiple roles, the responsibilities of a dance captain on tour, and the physical and vocal demands of the production. The performers share their personal backgrounds and paths to joining this particular tour. A key insight is the detailed preparation required to switch between the distinct wives, each with her own vocal style, choreography, and character posture. The cast explains how the show's modern pop score and concert format create a direct, energetic connection with audiences different from traditional musicals. They describe the collaborative process of maintaining show consistency across different cities and venues while keeping performances fresh. The discussion reveals the specific warm-up and maintenance routines necessary for the physically strenuous choreography. The tone is conversational, educational, and enthusiastic, driven by a moderator who is also a theater professional. This episode is ideal for musical theater fans, aspiring performers, and anyone interested in the behind-the-scenes workings of a major touring production. Listeners seeking a critical analysis of the show's historical content or its broader cultural impact might find the discussion too focused on practical performance aspects.

Listen to the show on

Apple Podcasts Spotify

Play clips from this episode More from TPAC's Arts Appetizer Podcasts