We’ve all been through that at one time or another where you escape to something that makes you not feel what you’re going through. I think that’s what makes people respond on an emotional level.

I like bringing comedy to musicals. That’s what’s so much fun about this show, because the writers are so based in comedy. I’ve been able to make it dance and sing ? and keep building...

Momentum is key. We really wanted to get to Broadway this season. I hated the idea of losing anyone in the cast.

This is a valentine to that era.

I was so impressed. I still am. Every time I see Sutton land her jump split I’m blown away.