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qUESTIONS aND aNSWERS wITH jAMES - oCTOBER 2006

Undertaken during James' time with Wicked
 

How are you enjoying Wicked?

Very much so, it's such a lovely show and part.

How long will you be staying in the show?

Till July next year I think! or August! Can't remember!

Do you know if there is going to be a UK touring version of the show at all?

I'm sure one day!

Do you have a favourite song from the show?

I think "One Short Day"!

If you had your choice of playing any character in Wicked - which would it be?

I'm happy playing Boq!

Do you have any plans for when you finish Wicked?

No not at the mo!

How did you find out about auditioning for Wicked and what did you do to audition?

My agent rang me, and said if I'd like to go along so I did and sang and acted...... and the rest is history!

Have there been any funny mishaps on stage during Wicked that you would care to share?

Well it wasn't funny but someone kicked me during the Oz Dust on night in preview and gave me a core muscle injury! So I was hobbling for about a week.

How does it feel to be a part of the Original UK Cast of Wicked?

Pleased and proud. I think it's such a great show.

If you could play any character in a musical, who would it be and why?

I've played a lot of my faves but one would be Seymour in Little Shop.... I'm a good nerd!

What is your all time favourite show or film, and why?

Show I think is Aida! and film is Untamed Heart! I just like them!

What do you enjoy and dislike most about your job?

The make-up! Not good fun! Working with the Witches - East, West and Good - that is fun!!!!

Where is your favourite place to go if you want to relax?

I like to stay in and watch a film!

You have performed in both West End and touring productions. Which do you prefer and why?

I like to be working so I don't mind!

What has been your favourite role to date?

Can't possibly pick one!

Do you have anything special in your dressing room say from a friend, family member, or fan?

Lots of things.... A tinman, a witch, a clock, a barbie and some photos.

What role would you most like to play in the future?

Maybe something less cute and nice!

What was the last show you saw? and did you enjoy it?

Spamalot! Yes it was great!

What was the last CD or DVD you bought?

Kath and Kim

Who do you most admire in musical at the moment, and why?

Maybe Idina. Her stamina is amazing! or Helen she is wonderful, or maybe John Barrowman as he gets to do a lot of TV!

What do you enjoy most about playing Boq?

Having fun with my other classmates in Shiz! and hanging out with Katie Rowley Jones.

What is your all time favourite song from a show/musical and why?

I love "There's Always Tomorrow" from Peter Pan! It's just a well written song.

If you could change anything in your life, what would you change and why?

I'd be better with my money!

If you could choose one performer living or dead, to star in a show with, would would it be and why?

Kylie!

If you could go back in time and give yourself one piece of advice for the future, what would it be?

Save!

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