Blah, Blah, Blah Wednesday #1 Recap

Thanks to all our fans who participated in our first-ever Blah, Blah, Blah Wednesday chat on wwww.facebook.com/springawakeningontour featuring cast members Aliya Bowles (Martha), Mark Poppleton (Adult Men), and Travis Stroessenreuther (u/s Adult Men).

Here are some highlights from the text chat.

Q: What do you think makes this production a different experience than the last tour? From your perspective and from the audiences perspective?
Aliya: I think just having a new cast makes it different from the last tour, and we are going to different cities than the last tour, so people get a chance to finally see it.
Mark: The personal energy from each cast member brings something different.

Q: What are some changes that were made between the Original Broadway run and first tour to this tour? And does the cast plan to post any videos like the first tour so that fans can get to know you better?
Travis: While the set has been scaled down to work with the venues we are playing, it makes it more intimate for the audience.
Aliya: The only difference is a couple of set pieces, but it makes it something new to see if you've seen the original Broadway show or the first tour.
Be on the look-out for new videos right here on Still Totally Truckin'!

Q: Which character do you most identify with?
Aliya: I think I most identify with Anna because she is very much the mother and likes to make sure that everyone is OK. I like to make sure my friends are taken care of.

Q: Aliya your character has such a heart breaking story line how do you become that character emotionally and does it affect you to see audience members that can connect with your or any other characters story lines?
Aliya: I go with the moment, and the words and the music are enough. I just listen to what all the characters around me are saying, and it helps me to get into the character. I've had some people come up to me after the show and tell me that they've gone through similar experiences.

Q: Even though their are risque parts in the show, do you still encourage your friends and family members to see the show? Also, how old were you when you decided that you wanted to pursue acting?
Mark: Yes, I still encourage friends and family to see the show. The "risque" parts are done so tastefully, that I don't see it as "risque." Theatre should spark conversation and that's what this show does. I've always wanted to do acting.

Q: What's your favorite song in the show?
Mark: Totally F***ed. The energy is amazing.
Travis: Purple Summer
Aliya: My Junk. It's fun, upbeat, and I get to interact with the other cast members.

Q: For whoever feels like answering: Who is the funniest person on the tour?
Unanimous answer: George!

Q: What is your favorite scene to watch?
Aliya: My favorite scene to watch is "And Then There Were None." There is something about that scene is so heartbreaking.

See you next week for Blah, Blah, Blah Wednesday!