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New! SPECIAL FEATURES Eddie Redmayne First Played the Cabaret's Emcee in School, Now He's Doing It on Broadway.

The actor is newly Tony nominated for his nihilistic take on the iconic character.

By TALAURA HARMS , Playbill, May 10th, 2024

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Eddie Redmayne is gathering tips. As the Tony and Oscar-winning actor was opening a Broadway musical this season, he was also trying to figure out the best ways to navigate New York City for the six months that he’ll be in the show. His wife and two young children have joined him from London. They’re currently looking for ways to spend summer in the city. And speaking of summer, Redmayne is concerned about keeping his voice in good working order in a city with more air conditioning than he’s accustomed to having.

“I’m accumulating a little handbook of ‘The Survivor’s Guide to Broadway,” Redmayne laughs. “I’m a passionate lover of New York, so any excuse to come here…I’m thrilled.”

The excuse—and it’s a pretty good one—is Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, which opened April 21 at the August Wilson Theatre. Redmayne reprises his role as The Emcee in the revival of the classic John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Joe Masteroff musical. Rebecca Fracknell directs the production, a West End transfer that won seven 2022 Olivier Awards, including one for Redmayne’s performance. The production has been a hit in the London, where it is currently still running.

Redmayne is the only member of the West End cast, though, to transfer to Broadway with the production. He’s joined at the August Wilson by Gayle Rankin as Sally Bowles, Ato Blankson-Wood as Clifford Bradshaw, Bebe Neuwirth as Fraulein Schneider, and Steven Skybell as Herr Schultz. And both Rankin and Redmayne have been Tony nominated for their performances; the show picked up nine nominations total, including Best Revival of a Musical.

“It’s been such a unique experience because it’s been starting anew and fresh whilst at the same time, having this character sitting in my stomach and ruminating for three years now. And my journey, of the relationship with the character, has been one that stems from, oh gosh, almost 30 years now from when I first played it when I was a schoolboy,” says Redmayne. “There is great joy that comes from that—from each time getting to re-mine the character and re-look at it in a different context and with a different inspiration.”

When Playbill spoke with Redmayne, the company was still in rehearsals for the Broadway mounting. As part of his continuing exploration of the Emcee, the actor had just revisited one of his favorite New York museums, the Neue Galerie of German and Austrian art on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. 

“I was looking at some of the Schiele paintings there and reminding myself of how, when I first started looking into the idea of The Emcee, just having portfolios of Schiele prints everywhere. That was one of the ways in. It was a lovely moment to reconnect and reinspire in the museum.” It is easy to spot the influence of the Austrian Expressionist painter Egon Schiele in the angles of Redmayne’s body as he looks over a shoulder, crooks an arm, or snarls a bit, daring an audience to come a little closer.

The original source material for Cabaret is the 1939 Christopher Isherwood novel Goodbye to Berlin. It was inspired by his own life during the Weimar Republic when the freedom of the Jazz Age was clashing with the rise of Nazism and fascism. The Emcee, though, is not a character in the novel, nor in the play adaption I Am a Camera. He was created solely for Cabaret and does not exist in any of the scenes outside of the Kit Kat Club. The lack of story for The Emcee has allowed Redmayne to create a character almost entirely from scratch.

“He exists almost in abstraction for me. The character is almost like a Greek chorus. He’s sort of the Shakespearean fool. The court jester who then becomes the king,” says Redmayne. “He can assimilate and accumulate people from every walk of life and community, and can seemingly either celebrate or exploit that. As the world is becoming more homogenized and fascism is kicking in, he can shape-shift his way out of it, and he’s going to be just fine. He has the privilege of that. There’s a nihilism, ultimately, to my take on The Emcee that felt important. He’s not the victim. He's the perpetrator".

Cabaret first premiered on Broadway in 1966 and this production is the musical’s fourth revival. Except for the 1970s (when it was adapted for film starring Liza Minnelli), it has been on Broadway at some point in every decade since that first run. “There’s always been this relevance culturally, and that’s terrifying, because it basically sings as a warning to our incapacity to learn from our mistakes,” says Redmayne. “It’s about what happens when humanity is consumed by hate. And the idea of the creation of the other and the exploitation of the other to instill fear.”

Arguably, the musical’s draw has always also been as much about how it presents that message as the relevance of the message itself. The Kit Kat Club is seedy and seductive. It feels naughty…like you’re getting away with something you shouldn’t. And this new production pushes that element far beyond the footlights of a stage. Club, scenic, and costume designer Tom Scutt has reformed the August Wilson Theatre, creating spaces in the house and in the bar for a Prologue company to perform. Audiences are encouraged to arrive early to take in the music and dance cabaret acts prior to Cabaret.

Redmayne is reminded again of his museum visit: “When I was at the Neue Galerie, there was an exhibition on [Gustav] Klimt. This idea that this group of artists in Austria at the time, and then in Germany, were trying to create this world which was all-consuming. It wasn’t just the painting, it was also the specific space in the gallery…you were not just looking at the painting but the entire experience around it. I feel like that is, perhaps, the dream of what we’re trying to do. Once you leave the sidewalk and cross the threshold [into the theatre], you’re being taken on a journey that’s all encompassing.”

Boris Aronson’s original set design for the 1966 production of Cabaret featured a large mirror above the stage, tilted toward the audience so that they could see themselves reflected at both the beginning and end of the musical. Scutt has created a fully in-the-round stage at the Wilson. 

So while the audience is watching the action on stage, they will also be seeing other audience members’ reaction to the story. “There’s complicity in that,” says Redmayne. “We’re all there laughing and engaging in an evening of entertainment, but also seeing ourselves in some of the elements—the joyful qualities of humanity and the scarier qualities, too.”

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Okay so first musical I ever listened to was probably The Sound of Music or My Fair Lady. Something family-friendlyish with an iconic movie adaptation. Followed by Grease when I was a couple of years older. Then my Phantom obsession hit hard when I was like 9 and that was the first show I ever saw (November 2000, Manchester Opera House on UK tour), superceded by my Les Mis obsession when I was 12 (first show I saw on the West End, April 2003 at the Palace Theatre).

Shows I'd seen before I'd even heard Hamilton; Phantom (now seen x3), Joseph, Les Mis (now seen x4), Fame, Bugsy Malone, Grease, Beauty And The Beast, Wicked, Dirty Dancing, West Side Story, Tonight's The Night, Miss Saigon, Mamma Mia! (now seen x2).

Shows I've seen post hearing Hamilton; Motown: The Musical, Hadestown, Six (now seen x3), Hamilton, Bonnie And Clyde, Oklahoma!, The King And I, Heathers, Operation Mincemeat, Moulin Rouge!

Shows already booked for later this year; Cabaret, Next To Normal, Pretty Woman, Aladdin, Mean Girls, Guys And Dolls.

Shows I would sell non-essential organs to get to see; The Scarlet Pimpernel, Little Shop Of Horrors, Natasha, Pierre And The Great Comet of 1812, Caroline Or Change, Kimberly Akimbo.

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Amazing Facts About Reigate

We may all think that we know Reigate like the back of our hand but maybe not… here are a few interesting, if not surprising, facts about our beloved town.

On the Rocks

If you were a teenager in the 80’s, Reigate was the not the hub of excitement that it is today. There was no Mishiko’s or Joules but if you were in the know the place to go was On the Rocks, a subterranean nightclub in caves beneath the one-way system – where the Reigate Kebab Shop now stands. The entrance was to a small wine bar but it gave no clue to what was going on below. My own, vague, memory is watching a band while drinking Singapore Slings, it was dark and musty but quite an experience! The club later became Batchelors but sadly was shut down in 1994 due to health & safety reasons and it is believed that these particular caves had to be filled due the traffic going up to the M25.

Churchill Loved Reigate

Throughout history, Reigate and the North Downs have played an important part in the defence of Great Britain. Just 20 miles south of London, this stronghold has the strategic advantage of extensive views southwards, stone, chalk and sand quarries, underground tunnels and hidden byways disguised by plenty of tree cover. This was all familiar territory to Winston Churchill, who became Prime Minister soon after the start of World War II. Over several decades he visited the town, including the grand Georgian manor house on Church Street which is now home to Jack Wills and his signature can also be seen in the guest book of Reigate Priory. The Churchills were often weekend party guests at the Priory, then owned by the former Admiral of World War One, Earl Beatty and his wife.

After the war,m Winston left his legacy in the form of his pet blue & gold macaw Charlie, who rumour had it; lived in an aviary off Flanchford Road until the ripe old age of 105!

The Unusual Church on the Heath

The iconic windmill on Reigate Heath is actually a church. Part of At Mary’s Parish the windmill is thought to be the only one in England consecrated as a church. Regular monthly services are held in the Mill Church during the summer months on a Sunday evening, as well as occasional services throughout the year. The church also holds a popular afternoon Christmas Carol Service each December.

Reigate Heath’s Murky Past

Reigate Heath has had an eventful history; 200 years ago it was a wild unfriendly place, covered with gorse and heather. Woe betide the hapless traveller who ventured into the area on their way from Reigate to Dorking. Highwaymen and brigands lay in wait and it is rumoured that the chimney of a local tavern, ‘The Skimmington Castle’, was used as a look-out post by the robbers to spot their victims approach.

But anyone who was caught and convicted as a highwayman was guaranteed to meet their end on the Heath too. A gibbet was erected at a site now called ‘Galley Hill’, which was named after the gallows which once stood there. Local legend has it, a former landlord of the nearby Black Horse pub in West Street, was hung there after being convicted of highway robbery.

Reigate’s very own Natural History Museum

Behind a wall at the beginning of Croydon Road is one of the UK’s oldest natural history societies. Founded in 1857 the Holmesdale Natural History Club holds a fascinating collection of natural history, archaeology, local history and geology collections. Exhibits range from medieval drainpipes and giant fossil ammonites to an extensive collection of Victorian and Edwardian stuffed birds and locally produced Roman tiles – complete with the footprint of a local Roman dog.

For more information including opening times visit www.hnhc.org.uk

Reigate’s 13 Most Famous Residents

Dame Margot Fonteyn – prima donna ballerina, was born in Reigate in 1919

Spike Milligan – writer and comedian, used to live at Woodhatch in Orchard Way

Norman Cook – Superstar DJ raised in Reigate and attended Reigate Grammar School

David Walliams – TV personality, Author attended Reigate Grammar School

Guy and Howard Lawrence, together as a band known under the alias Disclosure, both born and live in Reigate

Newton Faulkner – English singer-songwriter and musician born in the town

George Best – Manchester United and Northern Ireland football player lived his last years near Reigate

Melvyn Hayes – aka Gloria in It Ain’t Half Hot Mum was a resident of Glovers Road

Cliff Mitchlemore – presenter of the BBC Holiday programme,

Jane Slaughter – Tracey the barmaid from Eastenders.

Phil Tuffnell – Cricketer lives near Reigate

Max Chiltern – British racing driver born and lived in Reigate

Ray Mears – English woodsman, author and TV presenter attended Reigate Grammar School

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Glory Ride Opens World Premiere in London’s West End April 28

West End alums Josh St. Clair and Amy Di Bartolomeo star in the new musical about the true story of Italian athlete and WWII hero Gino Bartali.

Victoria Buchholz and Todd Buchholz’s new musical Glory Ride opens its world premiere at West End’s Charing Cross Theatre April 28. Telling the story of 1940s Italian icon Gino Bartali, Glory Ride began transporting audiences to Tuscany, Italy with the first preview performance April 22. Its engagement is set through July 29.

Gino Bartali was an Italian icon of the 1940s. Known as an athlete and winner of the internationally-renowned cycling competition the Tour de France, few knew that one of the most famous men in Italy smuggled falsified identity cards and other documents to help save hundreds of Jews and other refugees from fascism.

Starring are Josh St. Clair (Frozen) as Gino Bartali, Amy Di Bartolomeo (SIX) as Adriana Bani, Fed Zanni (Mamma Mia! The Party) as Major Mario Carita, Daniel Robinson (Heathers the Musical) as Giorgio Nico, Niall Sheehy (Titanic the Musical) as Cardinal Elia Dalla Costa, Ruairidh McDonald (Half a Sixpence), as Felix, Ryan Bennett (Heathers the Musical) as Commander Graziani, Peter Watts (Macbeth) as Fantali, Loris Scarpa (Once in Concert) as Lorenzo, Susanna Paisio (Song of the Earth) as Rosetta, Steve Watts (As You Like It) as Torello. Jamie Coyne and Alice Spigariol are making their professional debuts as Cosmo and ensemble, respectively.

Victoria Buchholz first heard the story of Gino Bartali while traveling in Tuscany. Once she determined that she wanted to turn his story into a musical, she began working with her father Todd. The two collaborated to write the book, music, and lyrics.

Kelly Devine (Diana) directs the production, which features musical direction by Dave Rose, set, costume, and video design by PJ McEvoy, lighting design by Rob Halliday, orchestrations by Jen Green, and cultural advising by Federico Bellone. Casting is by Harry Blumenau and g

West End alums Josh St. Clair and Amy Di Bartolomeo star in the new musical about the true story of Italian athlete and WWII hero Gino Bartali.

Victoria Buchholz and Todd Buchholz’s new musical Glory Ride opens its world premiere at West End’s Charing Cross Theatre April 28. Telling the story of 1940s Italian icon Gino Bartali, Glory Ride began transporting audiences to Tuscany, Italy with the first preview performance April 22. Its engagement is set through July 29.

Gino Bartali was an Italian icon of the 1940s. Known as an athlete and winner of the internationally-renowned cycling competition the Tour de France, few knew that one of the most famous men in Italy smuggled falsified identity cards and other documents to help save hundreds of Jews and other refugees from fascism.

Starring are Josh St. Clair (Frozen) as Gino Bartali, Amy Di Bartolomeo (SIX) as Adriana Bani, Fed Zanni (Mamma Mia! The Party) as Major Mario Carita, Daniel Robinson (Heathers the Musical) as Giorgio Nico, Niall Sheehy (Titanic the Musical) as Cardinal Elia Dalla Costa, Ruairidh McDonald (Half a Sixpence), as Felix, Ryan Bennett (Heathers the Musical) as Commander Graziani, Peter Watts (Macbeth) as Fantali, Loris Scarpa (Once in Concert) as Lorenzo, Susanna Paisio (Song of the Earth) as Rosetta, Steve Watts (As You Like It) as Torello. Jamie Coyne and Alice Spigariol are making their professional debuts as Cosmo and ensemble, respectively.

Victoria Buchholz first heard the story of Gino Bartali while traveling in Tuscany. Once she determined that she wanted to turn his story into a musical, she began working with her father Todd. The two collaborated to write the book, music, and lyrics.

Kelly Devine (Diana) directs the production, which features musical direction by Dave Rose, set, costume, and video design by PJ McEvoy, lighting design by Rob Halliday, orchestrations by Jen Green, and cultural advising by Federico Bellone. Casting is by Harry Blumenau and general Management by Smart Entertainment.

Glory Ride has previously been developed through workshops in New York and Los Angeles, with sold-out staged concerts last year at London’s The Other Palace Theatre.

eneral Management by Smart Entertainment.

Glory Ride has previously been developed through workshops in New York and Los Angeles, with sold-out staged concerts last year at London’s The Other Palace Theatre.

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Exploring the Trails of Sequoia National Park: A Hiker's Guide

Sequoia National Park, located in California's Sierra Nevada mountains, is a hiker's paradise. With over 800 miles of trails to explore, there's no shortage of opportunities to get out into nature and experience the stunning beauty of this iconic park. From easy strolls to challenging multi-day treks, Sequoia National Park California has something for hikers of all skill levels. In this article, we'll take a closer look at some of the top hiking trails in Sequoia National Park and offer tips for planning your own adventure.

The Congress Trail is a popular choice for hikers looking to experience the park's iconic giant sequoia trees. This 2.5-mile loop takes hikers through a grove of some of the largest and oldest trees in the world, including the General Sherman Tree, which is the largest tree on earth by volume. The trail is relatively flat, making it a great option for families or those looking for an easy walk. Be sure to bring your camera - the sheer size and majesty of these trees is a sight to behold.

For more challenging hiking options, the Lakes Trail offers stunning views of alpine lakes and rugged mountain scenery. This 8-mile out-and-back trail starts at the Wolverton trailhead and climbs steadily through forested slopes before reaching the first lake, Heather Lake. From there, hikers can continue on to Emerald Lake and Pear Lake, both of which offer breathtaking vistas of the surrounding peaks. The Lakes Trail is a popular destination for backpackers, with campsites available along the way.

For those looking for a true wilderness adventure, the High Sierra Trail is a must-do. This 72-mile trail traverses the Sierra Nevada mountains from east to west, starting in Sequoia National Park California and ending at the summit of Mount Whitney, the highest peak in the contiguous United States. The trail passes through a diverse range of landscapes, from giant sequoia groves to high alpine meadows, and offers unparalleled views of some of the most stunning scenery in the region. The High Sierra Trail is a strenuous trek that typically takes 5-10 days to complete, so be sure to plan accordingly and obtain the necessary permits before setting out.

No matter which trail you choose, it's important to come prepared for hiking in Sequoia National Park. The park's high altitude and rugged terrain can pose challenges for even experienced hikers. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your adventure:

Check the weather: The weather in the Sierra Nevada mountains can be unpredictable, so be sure to check the forecast before you head out. Thunderstorms are common in the summer months, and snow can fall at higher elevations even in the spring and fall. Bring appropriate clothing and gear to stay warm and dry, and be prepared to adjust your plans if the weather takes a turn.

Pack plenty of water and snacks: Hiking in the mountains can be strenuous, and it's important to stay hydrated and nourished. Bring plenty of water and snacks to keep your energy levels up. If you're planning a longer hike, consider bringing a water filter or purification tablets to treat water from streams or lakes along the way.

Take it slow: The altitude in Sequoia National Park California can be challenging for some visitors, especially if you're coming from lower elevations. Take your time and acclimate to the altitude before embarking on more strenuous hikes. It's also important to listen to your body - if you start to feel dizzy or short of breath, take a break and rest.

Leave no trace: As with any wilderness area, it's important to follow the principles of Leave No Trace when hiking in Sequoia National Park. Pack out all trash and waste, and avoid

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Megara Character Parallels, aka queer coded mean girls

Heather Chandler (Heathers) A Mean Girl. Vain and selfish - likes to be in control and will ruin you if you cross her. Very little patience for stupidity, killer one-liners. Honestly just an Icon 
 “Did you have a brain tumor for breakfast? First you ask if you can be red, knowing that I’m always red.”

Theo Crain (The Haunting of Hill House) Literally the Worst at feelings. “A clenched fist with hair”. Says fuck way too much, also thinks she can fix everything. Has one (1) emotional outpouring per year. 
“And I’m just floating in this ocean of nothing, and I wonder if this is it, if this is what death is, just out there in the darkness, just darkness and numbness and alone, and I wondered if that’s what she felt and that’s what mom feels, and its just numb and nothing and alone.”

Amy Elliot-Dunne (Gone Girl) Vengeful and cold. Playing the long game and probably has at least three plans to frame you for something. Knows how to craft herself into what people want and expect. Old Testament God vengeance. “You are a man. You are an average, lazy, boring, cowardly, woman-fearing man. Without me, that's what you would have kept on being, ad nauseam. But I made you into something. You were the best man you've ever been with me. And you know it. The only time in your life you've ever liked yourself was pretending to be someone I might like.”

Rosa Diaz (Brooklyn 99) Unknowable (TM), Actually a very supportive friend, knows most people’s secrets. Always armed. “You can’t let other people’s opinions get in the way of what you want, especially because other people suck.”

Josh Lyman (The West Wing) Human Disaster with a brilliant political mind, works in a constant state of panic. Repressed tragedy and trauma. “He goes through every day worried that somebody he likes is going to die and its going to be his fault. What do you think makes him walk so fast?” “President Bartlett’s a good man. He’s got a good heart. He doesn’t hold grudges. That’s what he pays me for”

Azula (Avatar the Last Airbender) Child soldier energy, repressing trauma through perfectionism. Low key about to breakdown at any given moment. Competitive sibling relationship that can get violent. Has absolutely had a crisis and cut her own bangs before. Coup by girlbossing. “Don’t flatter yourself. You were never even a player.”

Margo Hanson (The Magicians) THATS MY HIGH KING. Willing to do whatever it takes to keep her power. Loves very few people but would literally go to the ends of the earth to save them (wow how tragic that season four ended with episode 10?) A manipulative cunt. “But he didn’t tell you that the world makes you choose. You can be one of the smart ones or one of the pretty ones or even a strong one. But...try to be all three...you better learn to smile and shut up... Because the second you’re you, the second…” “I’m loud, pissed off, it's ‘what a bitch.’ ‘what a slut’ ‘who the fuck does she think she is?’” “So you never give them a chance. You hit first. And anyone dumb enough to hit back soon finds that there’s no hurting you, sheathed in all that hard, glossy armor.”

Beth Dutton (Yellowstone) Burn it all down to defend your home. Quite literally does not have a limit of what she’d do to protect those she loves. Desperate to prove herself to parental figures. “I subscribe to Neitzsche’s thoughts on right and wrong. He was a German philosopher who died of syphilis after he corn-holed some prostitute, so not exactly a life to model yours after, but his thoughts on right and wrong, good and evil... Which were: there’s no such thing. That, I believe. I believe in loving with your whole soul and destroying anything that wants to kill what you love. That’s it. That’s all there is.” 

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