Each Monday between now and the opening of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on March 26th we will be featuring Musical Monday. This week we will begin highlighting our NCHS Seniors who are casted in the 2020 NCHS Musical with Senior Brianne Duncan.
In Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Brianne will portray one of the narrators who tell the story of Joseph. Brianne is the daughter of Tasha Duncan and Ian Duncan.
The following are Brianne’s answers to the questionnaire we provided.
What musicals have you been in at NCHS and what characters/roles did you play?
My first musical was The Little Mermaid and I was a Mersister, Adella, and also the understudy of Ariel. My sophomore year was Thoroughly Modern Millie and I was a Hotel Lady, Gloria. Last year we did Cinderella and I was Madame, the evil step-mother.
What was your favorite musical and why?
My favorite musical so far was Cinderella. It was the first time I got to play a lead role and although it was out of my comfort zone, that’s why I liked it. I went in auditioning for Cinderella and came out as Madame, the complete opposite of what I was going for. I was nervous at first but playing Madame really allowed me to work on my acting skills. I also loved the musical numbers in it and the people I was cast with.
What scene in Joseph is your favorite and why? (This does not have to be a scene you are in)
My favorite scene is the opener. It has every cast member in it and it is a big number.
What are three things being in the musical have taught you? and how have you learned these?
The first thing I learned by being in the musical is that everyone is replaceable. Mostly because Finley tells you that from the beginning, not because I ever thought I was. 😉 Musical also opened me up as a person. I have never been extremely shy, but now I’m not afraid to break into song in a room full of strangers. Lastly, if you want the part, you have to put the work in to get it. If you get the part, you have to put the work in to keep it.
What are two pieces of advice you would give young people who want to start performing in musicals at NCHS?
Don’t be upset if your first year you don’t get the role you want. Instead, work harder to get what you want the next year. Also, don’t be afraid to act the way you know you can. Sometimes your other cast members will intimidate you with how well they do, but don’t let that scare you. Try to match their level of energy.
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?
Dedication is what it comes down to. If you ever need anything they direct you to where to get it. If you need help deciding what face to make or what actions to do in a certain spot, they always give the best ideas. The directors and our pianist are there with us from the beginning. They never ditch out because they don’t feel like being there and they always give 110% of their efforts. They encourage you to do your best and give you the motivation to get through hard practices or tough choreography.
What will you miss the most once the final curtain closes on your NCHS musical career?
I’m really going to miss the musical. As much as you don’t like going to practices 4 days a week for multiple hours, you don’t want it any other way. There is some sort of magic in being able to be someone that you aren’t. Putting in so much hard work and then being able to perform it for people and see the positive feedback is so fulfilling. There really is nothing like the magic of musical and I will absolutely be crying whenever the final curtain closes.
Opening Night for the NCHS musical will be March 26th at 7pm. Performances will also be held on March 27th at 7pm, March 28th at 7pm and March 29th at 2 pm.
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