Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Cynthia Erivo
Nov 18, 2024
Cynthia Erivo, an award-winning actor and singer known for her roles in 'Wicked' and 'Harriet', shares her captivating journey in the spotlight. She discusses the vibrant culture of South London and how she connects with audiences during performances. Cynthia opens up about the challenges of political roles and her preference for makeup over CGI in 'Wicked'. She also shares her unique experience of synesthesia and her admiration for Ariana Grande, illuminating the emotional depths of her artistry and the complexities of navigating fame.
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Current Listens
- Dax Shepard and Monica Padman share their current Audible listens.
- Dax listens to "The Worlds I See" by Fei-Fei Li, while Monica enjoys "Intermezzo" by Sally Rooney.
Sondheim Casting
- Cynthia Erivo shares a grievance with Dax Shepard about repeatedly being cast as a child in Sondheim's "A Little Night Music".
- She expresses her desire to play Anne, but Dax jokes she's closer to Desiree's age.
Performance Control
- Cynthia Erivo advocates for stopping a performance if it goes wrong, rather than trying to cover it up.
- She believes this shows the audience that the performer is in control and cares about their experience.
