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Talks at Google

Ep448 - Broadway's Water for Elephants

May 21, 2024
Broadway stars Jessica Stone, Grant Gustin, Isabelle McCalla, Gregg Edelman, and Paul Alexander Nolan discuss the Tony-nominated musical 'Water for Elephants'. They dive into the emotional journey of the main character, the challenges of transitioning to Broadway, and the intricate dynamics of blending circus arts and puppetry in theatrical storytelling.
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Quick takeaways

  • Artists blend interpretations with source material to bring characters to life.
  • Water for Elephants requires diverse skills like acting, acrobatics, puppetry, and aerial performances.

Deep dives

Characters Reflect on Their Roles in the Show

The artists discuss how they bring the characters to life, blending their own interpretations with the given source material. They reflect on the challenges and rewards of embodying complex roles, infusing their performances with depth and authenticity.

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