Actor Interview – Sommer Ortiz

Actor Interview – Sommer Ortiz

Sommer is back at GCT after performing in The Addams Family musical this fall. Sommer is a well rounded actor who has skills in many different aspects of the art, but she brings her comedy skills out to the front with the roles she takes on. Perhaps the most challenging, she’s taking on two different roles at the same time, bringing this production to a whole new level. You’re in for a treat to see her as Dr. Westfeldt and Renfield.

What sort of person is going to love this show?

Anyone who needs a mental break and a good laugh

What’s challenging about bringing this script to life?

This show is very physical- and maintaining character while moving in unusual ways

Why did you want to be involved in this production?

As soon as I saw the post for auditioning I felt I HAD to be in this show.

Who should not come see this show?

People who take themselves to serious and boring dry minded people

How is this production bringing something new to this story?

This production is mixing in more pop culture into this victorian world

What’s going to surprise people about this show?

The talent of the cast

Call someone out by name: who must come see this production?

Preston Jordan , My brother you must come see this

What is your favorite line in the show?

“-Ahhhhhhh I thought I heard a scream”

Who in the show is most like their character?

I think Linsey June most likes her character. They are both sweet.

Who is the least?

I think Justin is the least like his character in a good way!

How is this character like you? How is this character different from you?

I have a weird/ crazy quirk or two like Renfield and I at times think I know better than others. But I don’t eat bugs, and women can do things that are not just being a wife and mother.

Is it easier to play this character or to be yourself on stage?

It is easier to play both roles as characters and not myself but I do get mixed into the characters I think.

What do you love about your character?

I love Renfield, he is not afraid to say weird things in his head.

What do you hate about your character?

I hate that Dr. W is loud and wrong

What’s the biggest challenge about taking on this role?

The level of physical activity with the parts

Besides yourself, what celebrity would you like to see tackle this character?

I would like to see Winston Duke

Without giving anything away, what’s your favorite line of dialogue?

Did someone Say beetle?

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