In preparation for our stop in always sunny Phildelphia, our next profile of the month will be BLAKE BASHOFF. Blake was born in the city of brotherly love.
Submit your questions for Blake as a comment below.
Blake might have already answered some of your questions in this interview he did with Christy Altomare last week while the cast was in Louisville, KY. In it, he mentions how he keeps his voice healthy, his pre-show ritual, how he heard about the auditions, the difference between acting in the show and acting on TV, when he might leave (!!), the person who's career he'd like to have (the answer will surprise you), and more. A must read: http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2009906050358
By the way, Christy is also from just outside Philadelphia!
Questions for Blake are due by noon on Sunday June 14th.
UPCOMING TOUR SCHEDULE
MILWAUKEE, WI
10/06/09 - 10/11/09
Uihlein Hall Marcus Center For The Performing Arts
929 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI
http://www.broadwayticketscenter.com
KANSAS CITY, MO
10/13/09 - 10/18/09
Music Hall
301 West 13th Street, Kansas City, MO
Non-subscription tickets on sale Sept 5, 2009 (subj to change)
http://www.ticketmaster.com/venue/56473
800-982-2787
AUSTIN, TX
10/20/09 - 10/25/09
Bass Hall
23rd St & Robert Dedman Drive, Austin, TX
http://www.utpac.org/venues/bass_concert_hall
(512) 477-6060
SAN JOSE, CA
10/28/09 - 11/01/09
San Jose Center for the Performing Arts/BroadwaySanJose
http://www.broadwaysanjose.com/springawakening.php
(866)395-2929
SACRAMENTO, CA
Nov 4-15, 2009
Sacramento Community Center,
1301 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
http://www.californiamusicaltheatre.com/index.cfm?page=629856
COSTA MESA, CA
Nov 17-29, 2009
Orange County Performing Arts Center
600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Ticketing number: 714.556.2787
http://www.ocpac.org/home/Events/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=887&NavID=85
DENVER, CO
Dec 1-13, 2009
The Buell Theatre
Denver Performing Arts Complex
14th and Curtis Streets Denver, CO 80204
Non-subscription tickets on sale: Mon, Oct 19, 2009 (web only Oct 18)
Ticketing Number: (800) 641-1222
Groups: 303-446-4829
http://www.denvercenter.org/shows-and-events/Shows/SpringAwakening/Overview.aspx
HERSHEY, PA
Jan 5-10, 2010
Hershey Theatre
15 E. Caracas Ave, PO Box 395 Hershey, PA 17033
Non-Subscription Tickets on sale: Mon Aug 17, 2009
Groups: 717-534-3412
http://www.hersheytheatre.com/performances_events/details.php?id=8952
CINCINNATTI, OH
Jan 12-24, 2010
Aronoff Center
650 Walnut Street Cincinnati, OH 45202
Non-subscription Tickets go on sale: Nov 2009
Ticketing (not avail until 11/9) 800.982.2787
http://www.ticketmaster.com/
FORT MYERS, FL
Jan 26-31, 2010
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
8099 College Parkway, SW Fort Myers, FL 33919
Non-subscription Tickets on sale: Sept 1, 2009 (Tentative)
Ticketing number: 800-440-7469
Groups: 239-489-3033, x 3122
http://www.bbmannpah.com/
CHARLOTTE, NC
Feb 2-Feb 7, 2010
Belk Theatre, Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
130 N. Tryon St. Charlotte, NC
http://www.blumenthalcenter.org/
Group Tickets: (704) 379-1380
Ticketing number: (704) 372-1000
ROCHESTER, NY
Feb 9-14, 2010
Auditorium Theatre, Rochester Broadway League
885 E. Main Street Rochester, NY 14605
Ticketing Number: 800-745-3000
HARTFORD, CT
February 23-28, 2010
Bushnell Performing Arts Center
http://www.bushnell.org/
DURHAM, NC
MARCH 2-7, 2009
DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center
Ticketing: 919-680-2787
Groups: 919-281-0587
http://www.dpacnc.com
ATLANTA, GA
March 9-14, 2010
Fabulous Fox Theatre
660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30308
Call Ticketmaster at (404) 817-8700
http://www.foxtheatre.org/
GREENVILLE, SC
March 16-21, 2010
The Peace Center
300 S. Main Street Greenville, SC 29601
Ticketing Number: 800-888-7768
Groups: 864-679-9201
http://www.peacecenter.org/
DALLAS, TX
March 23 - April 4, 2010
Dallas Center for the Performing Arts
2100 Ross Avenue, Suite 650 Dallas, Texas 75201
Box Office: 214.880.0202
http://www.dallasperformingarts.org/
DETROIT, MI
April 20-May 9, 2010
3011 W. Grand Boulevard Detroit, MI 48202
Ticketing number: 800-982-2787
Group Tickets: 313-871-1132
http://www.nederlanderdetroit.com/
MIAMI, FL
May 11-16, 2010
Arsht Center
Box Office: 305.949.6722
http://www.arshtcenter.org/
ORLANDO, FL
May 18-23, 2010
Carr Performing Arts Center
401 West Livingston Street Orlando, FL 32801
http://www.broadwayacrossamerica.com/Orlando
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How can I send fan mail to the cast?
If you just want to send a quick note to all the cast members telling them you appreciate their work, you can email us here at totallytruckedblog (at) gmail (dot) com. I will be happy to forward your email to the cast, but to preserve their privacy, it is unlikely they will email you back (I will, though).
You can also send individual performers fan mail and care packages care of the theatre at which we are currently performing or will be performing. Go to the theatre's website (listed above), find their mailing address, write the actor's name as well as "Spring Awakening" and send c/o the theatre. Remember, we are often at these theatres for only a week so make sure to allow for delivery times. It's a better bet to send it to the theatre we will be going to next as they can always hold packages for us until we arrive. Letters received late will not be forwarded to our next location.
2. How Can I Audition for Spring Awakening?
From time to time, we have open calls in larger cities across the US. We will post any additional open calls here. Subscribe if you havn't already to keep informed. In the meantime, we've made it easy for you to submit yourself singing a folk/alternative rock song on video. Go to: http://www.springawakening.com/videoauditionsubmission/ Make sure your submission is less than 500 MB and is one of the accepted formats. Your screen should change and you should get a confirmation that says your submission has been received. Trust us, people are called in this way. Lucas Wells was cast because of an online submission!
3. How Do I Score On Stage Seats?
That is really up to the individual theatres. Most of them won't release the seats until just before performances because they want to make sure the house is sold first. Some do so online, although the ticketing systems they have in place often can't accommodate our unique seats onstage. Most of them are available only at the box office (though you can purchase them for a performance in the future). The Guilty Ones Street Team members have the rights to purchase these seats before the general public. Any seats left over will be released to the box office and may also be purchased as part of rush tickets (discounted, day-of tickets).
4. How Do I Join The Guilty Ones?
The National Guilty Ones Street Team is a way for fans of the show in each of our tour stops to help us spread the word. You will get access to parties, meet and greets, and other special events while meeting new friends who share your passion for the show, all while gaining some valuable marketing experience. You must be at least 15 yrs old. Email your contact info to nationalguiltyones (at) gmail (dot) com.
5. Can I Get Discounts?
From time to time, a theatre may offer us discounts to send out to our fans. We will post any here on the blog. Subscribe now!
6. Who runs this site? This site was created for fans to stay connected with our touring cast and follow their adventures around North America. Ideally, it would be in the voice of the cast members. Unfortunately, our cast members are often too tired or busy to post lengthy blog posts on a regular basis. Company members will contribute a post from time to time and every month we will have a compiled blog post that most every company member will participate in. The other stuff like updates, etc, will be posted by me. My name is Pun. I work for the production, love this show, its cast, and our fans, and I'm so very glad you're here!
Co 231 W 39th Street Suite 1200 New York, N.Y. 10018.
If you just want to send a quick note to all the cast members telling them you appreciate their work, you can email us here at totallytruckedblog (at) gmail (dot) com. I will be happy to forward your email to the cast, but to preserve their privacy, it is unlikely they will email you back (I will, though).
You can also send individual performers fan mail and care packages care of the theatre at which we are currently performing or will be performing. Go to the theatre's website (listed above), find their mailing address, write the actor's name as well as "Spring Awakening" and send c/o the theatre. Remember, we are often at these theatres for only a week so make sure to allow for delivery times. It's a better bet to send it to the theatre we will be going to next as they can always hold packages for us until we arrive. Letters received late will not be forwarded to our next location.
2. How Can I Audition for Spring Awakening?
From time to time, we have open calls in larger cities across the US. We will post any additional open calls here. Subscribe if you havn't already to keep informed. In the meantime, we've made it easy for you to submit yourself singing a folk/alternative rock song on video. Go to: http://www.springawakening.com/videoauditionsubmission/ Make sure your submission is less than 500 MB and is one of the accepted formats. Your screen should change and you should get a confirmation that says your submission has been received. Trust us, people are called in this way. Lucas Wells was cast because of an online submission!
3. How Do I Score On Stage Seats?
That is really up to the individual theatres. Most of them won't release the seats until just before performances because they want to make sure the house is sold first. Some do so online, although the ticketing systems they have in place often can't accommodate our unique seats onstage. Most of them are available only at the box office (though you can purchase them for a performance in the future). The Guilty Ones Street Team members have the rights to purchase these seats before the general public. Any seats left over will be released to the box office and may also be purchased as part of rush tickets (discounted, day-of tickets).
4. How Do I Join The Guilty Ones?
The National Guilty Ones Street Team is a way for fans of the show in each of our tour stops to help us spread the word. You will get access to parties, meet and greets, and other special events while meeting new friends who share your passion for the show, all while gaining some valuable marketing experience. You must be at least 15 yrs old. Email your contact info to nationalguiltyones (at) gmail (dot) com.
5. Can I Get Discounts?
From time to time, a theatre may offer us discounts to send out to our fans. We will post any here on the blog. Subscribe now!
6. Who runs this site? This site was created for fans to stay connected with our touring cast and follow their adventures around North America. Ideally, it would be in the voice of the cast members. Unfortunately, our cast members are often too tired or busy to post lengthy blog posts on a regular basis. Company members will contribute a post from time to time and every month we will have a compiled blog post that most every company member will participate in. The other stuff like updates, etc, will be posted by me. My name is Pun. I work for the production, love this show, its cast, and our fans, and I'm so very glad you're here!
Co 231 W 39th Street Suite 1200 New York, N.Y. 10018.
185 comments:
I know you've been on many different sets filming for television shows as well as on stage. If you had to choose between TV and movies or the stage, which would it be and why?
You've had quite a career! What has been your most favorite part to play, and why? And to follow that, what has been the most challenging part to play, and why?
HI! you've preformed on both broadway and on tour. Which have you enjoyed more?
If the tour could go to any city in the world (other than those in the US and Canada), which city would you want to visit the most?
Hi Blake. So I read your interview with Christy and it was amazing. Can you give just a little bit more information about backstage lovin'? I understand you are all young and things go on offstage, but are we talking like out of control Hair-the-musical-type-loving? Constant making out? Quick pecks? Holding hands? How comfortable are YOU with the cast? winky wink wink.
If you could be any character in the show besides Moritz, who would it be and why?
I recently saw the play version of Spring Awakening and I would say that a lot of the story is pretty different from the musical. Do you wish there were some things that stayed the same in the musical that happened in the play?
You guys go to a lot of different attractions, museums, etc. in the cities that you visit. What has been your favourite outing so far on the tour? And/or, if you could do a completely different musical (or movie, or TV show) with the current cast, what would it be, and who would play which role?
Hey Blake!
I was just wondering what made you decide to join the tour cast of Spring Awakening when you were already on with the Broadway Cast?
Thanks so much!
<3.
Meranda.
Hey Blake! You recently turned 28 (happy birthday!!) What is it like being older than the rest of the cast? Do you feel like a peer or more like a big brother?
Do people ever recognize you when you walk down the street? I did =) But I was too shy to say hello.
HI Blake!!!
If you could play any of the female characters in Spring Awakening who would it be and why?
Hey!
Pk heres my question: what is your favorite moment in spring awakenng and why?
Hellooo Blake. :D
What are your top five favorite books and/or movies?
Thank you for being awesome. :D
Hiya Blake! Saw the show on January 18, 2009 in Houston which was also the last night on Broadway and the last night of the complete orginal tour cast. I was just wondering if last night shows like that hit you emotionally or if its just another night of work?
Hey Blake! Did you always want to be an actor when you were growing up in Philly? and also if you could have gone to college, where and what major?
xoxo
Hi Blake! I was just wondering what steps you took about getting into the entertainment business because I read that you didn't go to school?
Blake Bashoff! You are quite the wonderful performer! How do you keep the depressing part of Moritz fresh, and perform it every night with the same enthusiasm?
Thanks!
Hey Blake!
I just wanted to know: what is your favourite song to perform? Do you prefer a more lively one like The Bitch of Living or a more somber one like Those You've Known? Also, do you wish you could perform in Totally Fucked?
Thanks a lot, Blake. You are my absolute favourite cast member.
First of all, I will point out the obvious and say that words cannot describe how freakin' amazing you are.
Anyway,
I was wondering if having to be so depressed while playing Mortiz ever brings you down in real life?
what is your perfect sandwich?
Yo Blake,
So you've been in Spring Awakening longer than anyone else currently performing. Do you have any rituals that you do before or after the show to keep you excited to get on stage night after night? If so, were they different in NYC than on tour?
BTW...you've got a fan base in Wyoming.
Hey Blake!
I just wanted to know: what is your favourite song to perform? Do you prefer a more lively one like The Bitch of Living or a more somber one like Those You've Known? Also, do you wish you could perform in Totally Fucked?
Thanks a lot, Blake. You are my absolute favourite cast member.
Hi Blake! You are an amazing performer and are such an inspiration to young people, like myself. I do have a question though.
Of all the places you've visited while on tour, which is your favorite and why?
Blake -- What is your average day like on the tour? How much coffee does it take to get you guys through each day?
HI Blake!!
Mortiz is my Fav in the show and I can't wait to see you when you come to my city. Here is my question(s): If you could be any animal what would you be and why do you always shy away from the camera?? (I've been watching Totaly Trucked Vids on Youtube and you are hardly on or you always shield your face)
Hi Blake!
I am in musical theatre and noticed that some people jump up and down and are crazy before a show (I am one of those people), while some people sit by themselves and are quiet. I was wondering which, if either, you do to prepare yourself for a show.
Mark from Los Angeles says:
Blake, you are SOOOOOO BOSS!
Here are two questions to pick from:
1) If you were to cast yourself and fellow cast members in movies, past/present or animated/non-animated, which movies or movie characters would you all play in?
or
2) If you were winning a lifetime achievement award at an awards show, who (it can be more than one person) would be introducing you with the award & what would be the theme song playing in your career movie montage and walk up to stage, and why?
Aloha!
Hey Blake,
I love the show and hope to see it when it comes to Connecticut! What is your favorite moment on stage? Why? And is there any part that you're not in that you would love to be in?
<3 Kath
Dear Blake,
Coming from one of your biggest fans (I've met you seven times, btw, including you taking me on a backstage tour in New York), and there's a few things I've always wondered. You said recently, either in an interview or online somewhere, that you've been told you'd make a great Emcee in Cabaret, or Mark in RENT (I totally agree, btw), but I'm wondering what your DREAM ROLE is, besides Moritz (because that role is so perfect and amazing for you).
And by dream role, I don't necessarily mean one that's been written already. I mean, a kind of role. Like, how some people dream of playing a president, or a drug addict, just so they can say they've done it, or whatever reason.
To be fair, I'm asking this with an ulterior motive, because I'm trying to write a play/musical/movie/tv show, just for you, so you can go on to win an Oscar/Emmy/Tony, etc. So..keep that in mind when answering the question. Thanks!!
or, if you'd rather answer this one:
I was wondering if you could talk a little about your experience on Judging Amy. I know LOST is huge right now, but I preferred your much more impactful role on Judging Amy. I loved the character of Eric Black, and always wondered why you didn't come back for the finale. I wanted to tell you this once, but I saw a poll online somewhere that out of all the gay characters ever played on TV up to I think 2008, in that poll, you were the favorite. It was voted on by over 2,000 people. I'll have to find it somewhere, otherwise, you'll have to take my word for it.
Cheers!!
Hey Blake!
you're character seems like it would be very emotionally draining. I've noticed that you're able to go out and put so much into the role, including tears everytime! What allows you to keep doing that every night?
Also, I know a huge part of the role is his downward mental state. Have you ever had fan reactions/stories relating to Moritz that have had an effect on you or stood out?
You're amazing and I know you're going to go on to do amazing things!
Hi Blake! I just want to start out that you are AMAZING!
At the stagedoor, does it shock you that there are a lot of fans eager to meet you and get your autograph? or are you used to the fame?
If you didn't get into acting and theater, what other career path would you choose?
why are you camera shy?
Do you ever wish you could go back to a normal life? Meaning, be treated like a normal person and not a celebrity, and not be chased by fans or anything?
Hey Blake! You are absolutely phenomenal. If you could pick one song not from a Broadway show to perform, what would it be and why?
The theatre world seems pretty competitive and hard to get into. Is it really that hard?
Blake, what is the first thing you'll do when you get back home from being on tour?
OK-it's just been bothering the snot out of me, I just have to ask-
What happened to the slap in the father/son scene???
I really think it helped the audience to understand Moritz better. What happened there? Where'd it go? Was it you...Was getting smacked 8 times a week just too much for ya?
Okay, an edit to my original question.
First off, the name is Michael, from Denton, TX, and I just realized I made a mistake about the poll I mentioned. It wasn't for favorite gay characters, but rather, the favorite story arc in Judging Amy was for Eric Black. Sorry for the confusion. But the questions still stand!!
Of all of your performaces on the Spring Awakening tour, which has been your most memorable? and why?
P.S. You are by far the most talented performer I have ever seen along with the entire Spring Awakaning cast/company
best wishes and good luck on the rest of the tour, :)
Googie
So my family and I are huge fans of LOST(not that we ever actually know what's going on) and I was just wondering what you liked most about LOST and if you ever understood what was going on?
P.S. Do you have any insider information?
Hi Blake! Do you have any funny stories of people trying to interact with you on stage during a performance?
You've been working on this show for a while now. How has your portrayal of your character developed over time?
Just wanted to say you're great! and...what is your dream role?
are you totally psyched for the harry potter movie this summer!?!?
hey interviewer! read this: blake you are soooo effing talented
now for my question:
what tv show would you like to appear on, if you got to choose?
who in the cast is the most...
a. fashionable
b. flirtatious
c. shy
d. mean
e. polite
keep up the rockin' =]
do you miss having long hair?
are there any relationships within the cast? like, is anyone dating?
we have the same name!!!
would you ever date a fan?
you have perfect teeth!
my question is:
can you smile for the camera?
YOU ARE GREAT. sorry about the caps lock.
anyway...
why are you camera shy after having been on so many tv shows and movies?
what is something about yourself that would surprise us?
or
what is something about yourself that nobody knows?
thanks =]
do prefer stage or screen? why?
is backstage as scandalous as on-stage?
think "i believe" and that section right after intermission..
LOL.
how do you like to be approached at the stage door?
do fans at the stage door ever freak you out?
since you never had a "hot minute" with Steffi....
Do you have an interesting quirk?
and
What's your favorite animal?
can you roll your tongue?
show us!
you said in your interview that everybody is making out "in the show and off" ... is that true?
this isn't a question but...
BLAKE! DON'T LEAVE THE TOUR! STAY FOREVER!
You've died on LOST and you die every night in Spring Awakening. Do you ever get sick of dying?
-Alison :)
Who is your favorite musical artist?
Blake!
May I just state, first off, that you are one of my favorite Broadway actors, and I adore your interpretation of Moritz :)
Ok, so if, say...you got "vocal paralysis" (reference: ExtendedRun...lol) or couldn't sing/act ever, ever again, what career would you have and why?
Blake! I saw you in Cleveland and you were great!
Your character Moritz is so much younger than you, do you/have you ever had a hard time relating to him?
Blake! You are the most inspirational actor I have ever seen! You have an amazing talent, never stop acting!!!
Question: What advice would you give to aspring actors? What are you secrets or tips! Please share! haha
Hi Blake! I want to say that you are a fantastic performer and I loved seeing you in the show! I was so happy to see how much you've grown from Broadway to the Tour! Well done!
Question: What is your fave:
1)movie
2)book
3)band
4)food
5)colour
Hi Blake!!! You're so awesome! If you had your choice of any show for you to be apart of, what would it be and in what country would want to perform it?
I am a Theatre student doubleing in technical and acting. My only problem with acting is the crazy sceduals and keeping up my health, specifically with my throat, any more tips?
I also got a late start with acting, any tips you picked up that you can share about how to learn things or any good things you have learned?
I hear you shared a dressing room with Matt Doyle when he came to the tour. Did you guys ask to be put together?
If you had the option to do any role in a play/musical .. what would it be? [what are your dream role(s)]
Going back to your first night on Broadway.... can you describe what it felt like when you first walked on to the stage? Is there anything you would go back and change about yuor first performance? Also, whats different about being on tour than being on broadway?
While growing up did you always know that you wanted to be an actor?
Of all the stops on the tour is there any one place that you liked the most? Also, if there was one person in the whole world that could be in the audience to watch you perform who would it be?
What were your favorite and least favorite subjects in high school? do you have any advice for survivng High School?
Whos the worst person from the Spring Awakening family to sit next to on a plane?
P.S. You are by far the most talented performer I have ever seen along with the entire Spring Awakaning cast/company
best wishes and good luck on the rest of the tour, :)
Googie
YOU WERE AMAZING WHEN I SAW YOU AS MORITZ ON THE TOUR AND ON BROADWAY!! WOOHOO!
anyways, in extended run, you need Nodesy so you can perform. Is there anything that you ACTUALLY need to help you perform or for inspiration!?
Of both the people you know personally and people you only know of, who had been your biggest role model?
P.S. You are by far the most talented performer I have ever seen along with the entire Spring Awakaning cast/company
best wishes and good luck on the rest of the tour, :)
Googie
Will you marry me?
P.S: if u say yes i'll reveal myself! :P
love u blake
Blake :).
I know you were in Lost I was wondering do you watch the show now? And if so do you find the whole time travel thing hard to understand and follow along with? Also you Rock and so does the rest of the Spring awakening tour cast sending you lots of Spring Awakening love<3.
First of you are a Stunning performer (yes I said Stunning).My question is If you were Stuck on a Island and could only bring 3 things/people what or who would you bring and
why?
( I Thought this would be a kinda silly Question since you were on Lost)
Hey Blake, first I just wanted to say you're awesome.
First question: Do you think you or anyone else in the tour cast might come to Guam in the near future? :)
and...is there anything that you miss about life before you became a celebrity?
Hey Blake your imdb page says you enjoy dancing...lets see your best moves
Is there any celebrity which you hope to work with in the near future?
Heyy Blake, whats on your ipod?
does some of your true personality come out in the ExtendedRun videos?
How much fun do u have making them?
if u were really lost like in the show, what would u do? or wat would u do differently from what happened to u in the show?
Is there any object or article of clothing that you bring with you everywhere you go? Does it have any sentimental value to you?
Hi Blake! After Spring Awakening, do you hope to continue with theater or focus more on film and tv work? Also, have you stayed in touch with your former Broadway castmates while on the road with the tour?
Is there any song lyric or wise saying which you truly believe in? Has it helped you at all during your sucessful career?
Your Charcter Mortiz is having a hard time in school and with the changes he is facing in himself do you have anything you would like to say to people who are going through the same thing as your charcter does?
Hiya Blake <3.There is somthing I want to know.If your life was a T.v show who would you want to play you and what would be the theme song to this t.v show.
Blake first off you are way to cute!
How come you can go up on Stage infornt of tons of people but you are so camra shy?
Hey, Blake! As a huge fan of Spring Awakening and Lost, I want to know which ensemble you enjoy performing with more? And if you were invited back to reprise your role in the final season, would you?
Also, in the Extended Run videos, you have a bear named Nodesy. Is he your real bear or is it just for the show? Any word on when new episodes will come out?
In the show, your spirit appears. If there was one person who has passed on that you would want to talk to their spirit for an hour, who would it be?
Hi Blake my question is how did you get to be so cute?
Hey Blake . . .
Like Gabby, I just wanted to start of you're awesome and I watched you in Broadway and you were phenomenal.
I have to do an essay on Moritz and its a big thesis paper.
Define the character of Moritz with one word.
Can you explain the life story of Moritz and how you had to prepare for the role.
And finally, how was the move from television to theater like?
Thanks Blake :)
what is the best part about playing such a deep character like moritiz? what do you find the most awarding about it?
and p.s christy went to my high school theatre company's rival high school (:
thanks blake can't wait to see u guys in philadelphia!!!
-Shannon-Rose
First off, I just wanted to say that you're pretty amazing! My question is "How exactly does your hair stay up straight like it does in Act II? How much hairspray does that take??"
-Danny from Cleveland
Hey Blake!!!
My question: What is the weirdest thing a fan has asked you?? (like to sign something for them and whatnot)
Anna from Chicago
Hey Blake!
First of all, I love you and I think you're extremely talented.
My question is:
When did you first realize that you were into singing as well as acting, and was spring awakening your first experience in musical theater?
Part 2:
What's it like coming from tv and movies and being in a cast of musical theater people?
-Maddy from New York
Hey Blake!
I'm a Philly girl, so I was wondering what some of your favorite places were growing up in Philly?
By the way, you're really awesome and I can't wait to see you guys when you come!
Cassie C.
hey blake,
for an aspriring actor/actress/performer, do you have any advice you could give?
Are you ever in a hotel or walking down the street when people recognize you? What is that like? Does it ever get annoying?
Do you have any celebrity crushes?
Of all the characters you have ever portrayed, do you have a favorite? If so, which one and why?
Love Googie from Florida
can you describe the best experience you've ever had with a fan? meaning, they said something really sweet, and it touched you so deeply that you'll remember it forever, etc.?
also, i've seen on your twitter that you and Hart Hanson (creator of TV Show BONES) follow each other, and talk to each other a lot. Is that an indication that you might be appearing on Bones in the near future? (It's my favorite TV Show, and you would be AWESOME on it!!)
I know Hart wants you to be on the show. Is it a possibility? A likelihood? Or just... undetermined yet?
And last, but not least... from both the Broadway production, and the touring cast, who's your best friend? I hear you're very close with Andy and Gabby, and that you and Blake Daniel and Matt Doyle were all very close, so I'm just curious who you'd consider your BEST friend from the cast. And do you still keep in touch with them? (from the Broadway cast, anyways).
who do you hang out with in the cast the most?
are there specific groups or pairings of friends in the cast?
thanks =]
you didn't go to school for musical theater...and this is your first show.
what drove you to audition?
did you ever think you'd get a part?
if you had to room with someone for a year, who would it be? why?
when i first saw the show on broadway, you were the most memorable cast member....how did you learn to sing like that!?!?
Is Nodesy really yours? does it really have magical musical theatre powers?
Hey Blake!!!
I was wondering, what is your favorite part of the set? Many of the lovely pieces on the back wall are metaphors, I noticed. Which one is your favorite? The show was beautiful, I LOVED your performance as Moritz, and there aren't nearly enough words to explain how amazing it was!!! Love you, love the show, and good luck on the rest of the tour!!!!! Boston misses you!
Blake:
I am, while being a HUGE fan of spring awakening, possibly a HUGE-ER fan of lost. I was wondering who from the cast you'd most enjoy being stuck alone on an island with and why.
thanks!
If you were stuck in the middle of nowhere for a week, which castmember would you want to be with and what one thing would you want to have with you?
Love, Googie
In your interview with Chirsty you mentioned that you didnt always sing.... when/how did you realize you could?
-Love
Googie
Did you play any sports growing up? Do you play any instrument?
What has been your most memorable stage door moment?
best wishes,
Googie
If you could choose one concert to go to, whose would it be? (from any time period)
You seem like a funny guy, do you have any good jokes you'd like to share? :D
Besides Spring Awakening, what ex-broadway show would you like to see be revived?
what's your pet peeve?
or biggest turn off?
i had a spring awakening related dream a couple nights ago and was wondering:
Do you ever dream about Spring Awakening?
if so please explain your dream :P
Love you Blake! :D
What do you think of Twitter? Do you love or fear the fan girls?
Boxers or Briefs?
Backstage anecdote, if you please.
I remember reading that you had read the origional version of Spring Awakening, what did you think of the diferences between your character Moritz in the play and in the musical?
p.s. I would love to see the spring awakening boys perform a version of 'the cell block tango' when you reach Chicago :p
love
Hannah
London, England
Other than Spring Awakening, what is your favorite musical or play of all time?
Hi Blake! Thank you so much for talking to my friend over the phone in Seattle! We appreciated it a lot! You are so kind! My question is:
What can we expect from you in the future? Movies? TV Shows? More Musicals?
Hey Blake you're absolutely amazing! My question is....
What do you do in between Don't Do Sadness and Those You've Known? Do wish you were part of Totally Fucked?
Hi Blake,
I recently saw the tour and I saw you with Ben and Gabby before the show, and I pretended I did not see you. What do you say to fans who DO approach you, and what do you have to say to fans who don't have the courage?
Hey Blake,
I read in the interview that you did with Christy back in Kentucky that you read the original play version of Spring Awakening. If you could take any play or book and turn it into a musical, what would you choose? Who would be in it? Love the show and you as Moritz!!!
love,
Griffen
Blake,
Terrific, of course. Question? Here ya go.
Cast hook ups. Dish. NOW!!
How do you achieve such awesomeness? Uh, I mean, how are you so perfect? or rather, HOW DO YOU DO IT!?!?!?!??!
Question:
Is the gun Moritz carries a real gun, and if not, how woould you feel if it were real?
By the way, you were amazing in the show!
If you could spend a day with anyone in the world (alive or dead) who would it to be, and what would you talk about?
Blake,
LOVE LOVE LOVE the show. and I absolutely ADORE you. So, my question, I think, is very important. I love watching Extended Run and the Totally Trucked stuff on YouTube, and I've watched all the different cast members in the Cabarets, but I've NEVER SEEN YOU except for a group performance of something (like the song that Bitch of Living replaced). Why haven't you done a solo, or a duet, like almost everyone else has? Does this have something to do with your notorious camera shy-ness? Or just because you had the night off? Or...another reason?
Also, on the days you have off (I mean, when someone goes on for Moritz, and you just...relax...) do you ever just sit and watch the show as an audience member? Maybe see it from a different perspective? Or do you just go out and about and be awesome all by yourself? Just wondering...
Also...what's the weirdest/funniest/scariest thing that's ever happened onstage in the middle of the show? Like, a flub, an accident, started singing the wrong song? Anything like that?
Michael, Dallas, TX
BLAKE,
Why aren't you on Facebook, or MySpace, but you are on Twitter? (That is you, right?)
Is it because you're shy? Wary of fangirls/boys? Don't want TOO much of your privacy invaded? LOL.
Keep staying awesome!!
Blake, what's it like sitting onstage when you're not doing a scene in Spring Awakening? <3
Hi Blake!
Kyle wrote a song for Amanda. What celeb would you write a song for? Sing it for us?
Love you and the show!!!
love,
griffen
Hey Blake,
Can you show us some of you best dance moves? Thanks! :D
What songs do you listen to while working out?
Hey Blake!!
If you could be in any Broadway show, open or closed, what show would you want to be in, and who would you want to play?
(Note to whoever is interviewing Blake- my name is pronounced like Raw-zee, as opposed to Roh-zee.)
I have more-
Did you watch the Tony's? If so, what did you think of the outcomes?
What are some of your favorite movies? TV shows? Songs? Books?
Is there anyone or anything that inspried you growing up? Either inspired you to go into acting or inspried you to pursue your dreams?
I just wanted to start off by saying that I was lucky enough to see the show in Boston and you all gave truly moving performances in such a thought-provoking piece! I loved watching each character go through his or her own journey.
My question for Blake is what is the most challenging part of Spring Awakening for you? It can be a scene in the show or an aspect of being on tour--anything!
Another question for you is, if you could have dinner with any 3 people in the world who have influenced you in some way, either alive or deceased, who would you choose and why?
Thank you so much and break a leg!
Hey Blake!
I was wondering if you've always looked younger than your actual age and if you ever used it to your advantage in your lifetime? I mean,really, you don't look like your in your late twenties,but hey that's not a bad thing AT ALL.
On a side note:you are my favorite Moritz..ever.Your voice is PERFECT for the role.Kudos :D
Sincerly,
Ember
First, I wanted to say that you are absolutely amazing, and incredibly sweet and talented, and it was phenomenal to see how much you've grown as Moritz and as an actor since your debut on Broadway. <3
So, even after so much time with this show, I'm sure you still get nervous. How do you cope with the nerves?
Keep on rocking!
Hi Blake!!!
I was wondering, can you do any accents? Show us?
The show was beautiful, you are fabulous, good luck on the rest of the tour!!!
hey chase. your performance in 'spring awakening' is whelming. at times i am overwhelmed. other times i am underwhelmed. overall, it's a not bad kind of decent satisfactory and sufficiently whelming experience. that said, the question begs to be asked: how do you keep such a delicate balance of whelm in your performance every night?
here is a ftw question, though, since i guess you deserve it: the marine corps are "always faithful". the coast guard is "always ready". paris hilton is "always open". what is your personal motto?
Do you like your toliet paper to roll over or under? 1-ply or 2-ply? What Brand?
I've noticed that in every new city ya'll go to the cast does local press.
What is the question you get asked the most? And, what question would you like to put in retirement and never be asked again??
Hey Blake!
You are absolutely amazing!
You [and the rest of the cast] all make each performance unique. I notice something different and new each time. It never ceases to amaze me how you can all improve upon perfection!
OK, enough with the praise and adoration...
onto the questions!
Let's say that a Spring Awakening yearbook is being put together and it's time for you to place your vote. Who from the cast and/or band would be your picks from the following:
[Be sure to include yourself and feel free to add/change any categories.]
Biggest Flirt
Class Clown
Most Athletic
Biggest Nerd/Geek
Nicest Smile
Prettiest Eyes
Funniest Laugh
Best Dressed
Sweet as Candy
Cutest Couple
or
What was the first concert you ever went to and which concert was your favorite?
-Tammy from San Francisco
p.s. Please, oh please, stay with the tour until at least the end of the year! And I'm not saying that just because the show is returning to California in November. ;)
What do you prefer, being a character actor in tv shows or doing movies?
have you ever smoked pot?
just wundrin...
Hey Blake!!!
The last time I saw the show, I sat onstage. Which got me thinking, do you guys ever people-watch the audience? If so, has there ever been someone particularly interesting? Something they did that stood out to you?
Love the show and you as Moritz!!!
Hey Blake! You are so great in Spring Awakening and I really loved you in Bushwhacked. When you almost died I was like "Oh no!" but then you were rescued and I was like "Phew!" and then I was like "Aw" at the end of it 'cause I thought the ending was really good. I really related to that movie because I was in Boy Scouts when I was a kid. My question for you is:
How did you feel when you first began performing in this show, having taken over the character of Moritz from John Gallagher Jr.? Was it intimidating replacing a Tony-Award winner, especially one who was so popular and beloved within the fan community? Did you have a warm reception from the fans when you began, or did it take a while before you really felt comfortable with all of it?
What made you decide to end your run on broadway and star touring with Spring awakening?
How did you hear about Spring Awakening? What attracted you to the show and what made you decide to try out?
There seems to be an ongoing obsession with Urban Outfitters and armwarmers within the Spring Awakening cast. Are there any other current trends that you would like to share?
If you could stay one age for the rest of your life, what age would that be and why?
What the thing you miss most about being away from home?
Dear Blake-ness,
other than tv and movies and theatre, have you ever done any commercials? i know a lot of child actors start out like that, so i was just curious.
Also...on your imdb, it says you appeared in an episode of Law and Order back in 1994. Well, that episode came on tv on Christmas morning, and i taped it and watched it three times---cause i couldn't find you. i didn't see you at all in the episode. did imdb get it wrong? or am i just blind?
thanks!! you are the absolute best!! (and you're so cute!)
hi blake!
So, when my friend and I went to see the show, it was extremely windy out, and we almost had multiple wardrobe malfunctions with our skirts. Has there ever been a wardrobe malfunction during a performance? How did you deal with it?
love you and the show!!!
What do you do to help the environment?
Are you a vegetarian?
Don't you find it a little funny that most of the questions that people are asking you have been answered in interviews you gave or are either personal and therefore extremely disrespectful and out of line?
Hey Blake!
Pleaaaaase stay in the tour long enough so that I can see Spring Awakening again when it comes back to California! I saw it way back when it was still in San Diego and I've been dying to see it again. I'm dragging my friends along this time because it's a must see.
Take care!
Blake,
What's the ONE question you hope you NEVER get asked? And then...what's the answer to the question?
Hahaha. Thought that one might make you think.
WHAT DON'T YOU FUCKING UNDERSTAND?!
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?!
OMG. I STARTED WATCHING LOST BECAUSE OF YOU! I CRY EVERY TIME I SEE THE EPISODE YOU DIE. MORE SO THAN ANY OTHER OF THE CHARACTERS (ONLY BECAUSE I DON'T CARE ABOUT THEM OR LIKE THEM).
HOW DID YOU EMOTIONALLY PREPARE YOURSELF TO PLAY THE CHARACTER OF KARL?
What are some of your favorite things to do in your hometown of Philly?
Blake, how did you find the inspiration for the emotional intensity of the character of Moritz. Coming from someone who had similar expereinces as Moritz, it's emotionally drianing for even a short length of time. Is it easier to jump back into your reality or do you have any special things to do to unwind out of that dark corner you have to delve into?
We've seen the travel day pictures, and you often have books. Do you have a specific author that you like and buy his/her books as soon as they come out? Any special genre that you prefer (i.e. fiction/nonfiction, subgenres from there)? As an avid reader myself, I'm always interested in seeing what other people are reading and looking for a good book! (Try the Fifth Vile by Michael Palmer!)
Blake,
we've all seen you play a teenager recently in LOST, and of course, Moritz is supposed to be 14 or so. Since you just had your 28th birthday, I was wondering, since you still look so young, would you be opposed to continue playing a teenager or a much younger person than your actual age?
Or would you rather move on from that and start playing adult roles (like 30-ish or so)?
Blake,
So I realize this is after the deadline, but it's not really a question, so...it kinda still counts.
I just wanted to say that I wish there were words that could aptly describe how I feel when I watch you on stage (or tv, or film) when you're acting, or when you're singing... it truly is remarkable considering that I, who have gone to college for theater, and have a degree in Theater, and have studied acting for almost a decade, that YOU, who, from what I've read, never went to school for acting, have such amazing INNATE TALENT.
You are a true inspiration to me, and I know to many fans out there that if they try, they can do it. You truly are my favorite young actor, and one of my favorite, period. I know that one day you'll be even more famous, and have any role you want, because you are THE most talented actor I've ever met.
Watching you perform gives me goosebumps every time, and when I hear you sing, I imagine that's what an earthquake feels like, because it honestly shakes me to the core.
Anyway...I don't mean to embarrass you, but I just wanted you to know how much you truly have inspired me.
Thank you.
--Michael
you are so memorable. i remember everything about the performance i saw of you when the show was still on broadway! i loved dds. that was the most memorable. because you were in it. you rock!
my question is: WHEN WILL THIS INTERVIEW BE UP. MAKE IT SNAPPY. I LOVE BLAKE TOO MUCH TO WAIT.
Why are you so camera shy?! You are the last person in the world that should be camera shy.
If you were "lost" on a deserted island, what would be the one thing you couldn't surive without.
PS: Sorry for the corny play on words :)
Hey Blake,
I heard somewhere that John Gallagher Jr sometimes wore his Moritz hair on the subway when the show was off-broadway. Do you/have you ever worn your hair out like Moritz? If you have do people ever stare?
We saw in the 'San Diego Zoo' video how Kyle was acting all crazy and skipping in circles around you. Out of all the cast members you have met on the Spring Awakening tour, who had the most memorable first impression on you? Can you share some of stories of when you first met your cast members?
Blake,
many people say that you are very fashion forward (arm warmers!). Where are your favorite places to shop?
Are all these questions overwhelming you?
Hey Blake! I think that you're pretty epic. I saw you in Cleveland and in Louisville, and they were both freaking awesome!
I was wondering, what was it like to work with the Olsen twins? I totally recognized you from that the first time a saw a picture of you!
From Bernard Pivot, and eventually James Lipton...
1. What is your favorite word?
2. What is your least favorite word?
3. What turns you on, creatively, emotionally, or spiritually?
4. What turns you off?
5. What is your favorite curse word?
6. What sound or noise do you love?
7. What sound or noise do you hate?
8. What profession, other than your own, would you like to attempt?
9. What profession would you absolutely not like to attempt?
10. If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you reach the pearly gates?
HI Blake! I can't wait to see you play moritz. Anywho, You have been in theatre and tv; which do you enjoy more/
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