www.springfieldsymphony.org
December 8, 2011
by Eric Sutter
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Shannon Mullen |
ITS: Let's first ask how you got your start in the music business.
ITS: How did you get the break to play the lead role of Sherrie in this tour of "Rock of Ages"?
ITS: How is the fourth wall broken between cast and audience?
ITS: Do you have a favorite song?
Shannon: Yes, the duet with Drew, “High Enough.”
ITS: Who inspired you to sing?
Shannon: My fun uncle was a child of the 80's and played this music when I was a little girl. Later, Celine Dion became a role model. Now, the music from any Broadway show, especially “Hairspray” and “The Lion King,” has influenced me.
ITS: Any humorous anecdotes to share?
Shannon: Lots, but a moment between Dominique Scott (Drew) and myself, as we exit on opposite sides and pass each other to reappear on stage...we catch the glimmer that keeps us going.
ITS: Any future aspirations for Shannon Mullen?
Shannon: Absolutely! Bring on anything with song and dance. "Don't Stop Believin'."
This show is intended for an audience members age 14 and above.