Live Arts Theatre is glad to introduce Lauren Megan McCarthy to our audience. She has numerous acting credits that includes Caitlin Gabriel- The Library at Out of the Box Theatre, Shelby Eatonton- Steel Magnolias, and Mary – Minor Deposition (a one woman show). Lauren is Actress 1 (playing several characters) in The Spoon River Project. Here are her answers to our probing questions:
Q: Is this your first show at Live Arts Theatre?
A: Yes.
Q: What attracted you to audition for The Spoon River Project?
A: The Spoon River Project is a hauntingly beautiful piece. It draws out the rawness of our human nature, and manifests how we shape each other as much as ourselves.
Q: Name two fun facts about you?
A: 1. I moved to Atlanta a year ago from Michigan. 2. I’m a natural blonde.
Q: What is your approach to playing multiple characters?
A: Treating each character as an individual with a unique core truth that drives them.
Q: Why should audiences come see The Spoon River Project?
A: Because this show is complex and painfully real in the most captivating way. You’ll be drawn in and attached to these characters before you even realize it.
Q: What if any special challenges are presented when bringing 19th century poetry to life on stage?
A: I believe the challenges are also the parts that make this sho
w so powerful. The rhythm and flow of the lines draw out a natural instinct from me. I feel propelled by the momentum.
We at Live Arts Theatre invite you to come see the delightful Lauren Megan and our other wonderful actors of The Spoon River Project. Get your tickets now at this link. Come see the show on October 7-9, 2016 at the Belfry Playhouse (downstairs at Norcross Presbyterian Church).