Eyes on Actors: Kevin Johnson

Kevin Johnson Headshot 1 (1)Kevin Johnson is an Apprentice having his debut performance in As You Like It. He is also currently acting in The Music Man Jr. with Ups For Downs, and is a frequent performer with EDGE Theatre.
Q: How were you first introduced to Unrehearsed Shakespeare?
KEVIN: I have several friends involved with the company, and after seeing them talk about it on Facebook, I saw Unrehearsed’s Comedy of Errors.
Q: How does Unrehearsed differ from other acting experiences for you?
KEVIN: Every second you’re onstage, you have to be 100% invested in what’s happening.  In other shows you should be, in this one you have to be.
Q: What is your biggest challenge so far with this technique?
KEVIN: While going through my track, I’ll come to a line and think, “How am I going to pantomime that?”  Then I’ll figure it out.
Q: One of the defining attributes of Unrehearsed is its lack of a Fourth Wall. How do you feel about this? How does it affect your work and/or prep?
KEVIN: I’m a fan of Fourth Wall breaks, so not having one at all is pretty exciting.  While going over my track, I’m always looking for opportunities to play with that.
Q: What (do you think) is the most exciting thing about As You Like It?
KEVIN: I really like all of the characters.  They’re all so unique, and I love watching the way they interact with each other.
Q: Favorite Shakespeare Character?
KEVIN: I have to say Iago.  Othello was my first real exposure to Shakespeare, and I’ve just been really drawn to him.
Let Kevin draw YOU in!
AS YOU LIKE IT
April 19th & 26th
Uncommon Ground
1401 N Devon Ave
Doors open at 7:00, show starts at 7:30
$5
COME BE SOMETHING GREAT: THE AUDIENCE!

Author: Jared