Staff Note: In honor of the launch of Glitter's new Mentor Program, we asked Kristin to premiere our "Seven Questions With..." Interview Feature! We're posting her responses here in the KristinBlog.
NAME: Kristin Chenoweth
PROFESSION: Actress/Singer
SOME NOTABLE FORMER CLIENTS/PROJECTS: You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, Wicked, The West Wing, RV
1. So, tell us a bit about your way cool job. What might a normal day be like where you work?
If I'm working TV or film, its an all day affair! Slow!!! I try to work out in my off time, and work on my singing so I'm ready for any concert I have comin up!
2. Most of us think about the entertainment industry and imagine glamorous movie stars and slammin' twenty-four hour parties. So set the record straight. What are some cool things we might not know about what you do, and what are some common misconceptions?
Misconception: I don't go out a lot to party. I go to "parties" but usually, its work-related. I enjoy my life and friends, but I stay in a lot too so I can get rest and take care of my body and voice. So I can work. I also love renting movies!! And reading (I love The Five People You Meet in Heaven -- I'm reading it now). See, I'm pretty boring.
3. Everyone has to start out somewhere, right? Tell us a little about your college background. What was your major, and how does the stuff you learned in class help you out in your job now?
In school, I majored in music theater and got my masters in opera performance. I learned so much! Sight-reading, doing shows, taking acting, and learning how to multi-task! Which I do all the time now!!
4. Tell us about your first BIG break. What did you do to get your foot in the door, and how long did you spend toiling away as an intern, or a coffee-go-getter, before you felt like you had finally "arrived"?
My first break was Scapin at the roundabout theater on bway. A play!! With Bill Irwin!! Then Steel Pier. On bway. But Charlie Brown really solidified the fact to me, that I might be able to work for a while in the theater!
5. Overcoming obstacles and dealing with rejection is a big part of becoming successful in this (or any) industry. Everyone has those days where they want to just throw in the towel. How do you deal with such challenges?
If I'm feeling "low" or like I wanna quit, I pray. I meditate. I talk to my family and friends. Suddenly everything gets into perspective.
6. Okay. Time to brag a little (and whine a little.) What is the absolute best part of your job? What is the worst part?
The best part about my job is that I work all the time. The worst part about my job is I work all the time.
7. And finally, the BIG question. (Remember, this is your chance to impart your wisdom onto a mass of young, earnest, and hard-working Glitterites.) What's the best advice you have for someone interested in doing what you do? What's the best career advice you have in general?
If you can see yourself doing anything besides acting and being happy, then GO! But if not, then GO for it!!!!!!
NAME: Kristin Chenoweth
PROFESSION: Actress/Singer
SOME NOTABLE FORMER CLIENTS/PROJECTS: You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, Wicked, The West Wing, RV
1. So, tell us a bit about your way cool job. What might a normal day be like where you work?
If I'm working TV or film, its an all day affair! Slow!!! I try to work out in my off time, and work on my singing so I'm ready for any concert I have comin up!
2. Most of us think about the entertainment industry and imagine glamorous movie stars and slammin' twenty-four hour parties. So set the record straight. What are some cool things we might not know about what you do, and what are some common misconceptions?
Misconception: I don't go out a lot to party. I go to "parties" but usually, its work-related. I enjoy my life and friends, but I stay in a lot too so I can get rest and take care of my body and voice. So I can work. I also love renting movies!! And reading (I love The Five People You Meet in Heaven -- I'm reading it now). See, I'm pretty boring.
3. Everyone has to start out somewhere, right? Tell us a little about your college background. What was your major, and how does the stuff you learned in class help you out in your job now?
In school, I majored in music theater and got my masters in opera performance. I learned so much! Sight-reading, doing shows, taking acting, and learning how to multi-task! Which I do all the time now!!
4. Tell us about your first BIG break. What did you do to get your foot in the door, and how long did you spend toiling away as an intern, or a coffee-go-getter, before you felt like you had finally "arrived"?
My first break was Scapin at the roundabout theater on bway. A play!! With Bill Irwin!! Then Steel Pier. On bway. But Charlie Brown really solidified the fact to me, that I might be able to work for a while in the theater!
5. Overcoming obstacles and dealing with rejection is a big part of becoming successful in this (or any) industry. Everyone has those days where they want to just throw in the towel. How do you deal with such challenges?
If I'm feeling "low" or like I wanna quit, I pray. I meditate. I talk to my family and friends. Suddenly everything gets into perspective.
6. Okay. Time to brag a little (and whine a little.) What is the absolute best part of your job? What is the worst part?
The best part about my job is that I work all the time. The worst part about my job is I work all the time.
7. And finally, the BIG question. (Remember, this is your chance to impart your wisdom onto a mass of young, earnest, and hard-working Glitterites.) What's the best advice you have for someone interested in doing what you do? What's the best career advice you have in general?
If you can see yourself doing anything besides acting and being happy, then GO! But if not, then GO for it!!!!!!
posted by Kristin at 3:34 PM
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