Ep226 - José Raúl, Swing on US National Tour 6
Description
“Chrissie said that when Munkustrap admits Grizabella back into the tribe, that is Old Deuteronomy's confirmation that he is ready to lead the tribe.” Check out this latest episode with José Raúl, a talented swing performer from the US National Tour 6 of CATS. In this episode, José shares his unique experiences playing various roles in the iconic musical, from his start in community theater to his upcoming role as the Rum Tum Tugger on Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas. Dive deep into the world of theater as José discusses his insights on the show's sensuality, character dynamics, and the psychological impact of embodying a feline on stage. Hear his passion for the CATS universe, his thoughts on the Jellicle choice, and his excitement for the challenges and opportunities that come with performing on a cruise ship. Don't miss this fascinating conversation about the magic of CATS and the life of a dedicated performer.
01:39 Community Theater and First Role in CATS
02:45 Exploring Sensuality and Sexuality in CATS
08:39 The Expansion of the CATS Universe
16:50 Challenges and Insights of Being a Swing
24:09 Character Development and Relationships
31:26 Reflecting on the Feline Experience
36:09 Excitement for the Royal Caribbean Cruise Performance
44:39 Rapid Fire Questions
- Check out José on Instagram: @joserauliii
- Check out José's website: www.joseraul.org
- Check out Oasis of the Seas: royalcaribbean.com/cruise-ships/oasis-of-the-seas
Produced by:
Alan Seales & Broadway Podcast Network
Social Media: @TheWrongCatDied
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