Each Monday between now and the opening of Sister Act! we will highlight one of the seniors who will be taking the stage on March 26th through the 29th (7pm, 7pm, 7pm, and 2pm). This week we will be highlighting Johnnie Brant, the son of Josh and Jackie Brant who will be portraying Eddie.
What musicals have you been in at NCHS and what characters/roles did you play?
I have been in The Wizard of Oz, as well as Suessical the Music. At NCHS I have played in Newsies as Crutchie.
What was your favorite musical and why?
My favorite musical was Newsies because it was a really fun and talented cast, and the show turned out great.
What scene in Sister Act is your favorite and why? (This does not have to be a scene you are in)
My favorite scene is I Could Be That Guy, because Eddie becomes the man he always dreamed he could be.
What are three things being in the musical have taught you? and how have you learned these?
I have learned responsibility, multi-tasking, and how to use criticisms to improve.
What are two pieces of advice you would give young people who want to start performing in musicals at NCHS?
Start memorizing lines before the first practice, and for the most part you can never be too loud.
What qualities do you see exemplified in the adults who help put on this show that you will take with you as you leave NCHS and how do they demonstrate these qualities?
Hard work. All of the adults who help put so much work and effort into the musical and it really shows in the final product.
What about Sister Act is different from other musicals you have been in?
I have never had a big song so it is exciting to be preparing for that.
What will you miss the most once the final curtain closes on your NCHS musical career?
10. I am going to miss all of the people and the family that is created during the show.
