Spotlight On: Liam Welsh
Connecticut Theatre Company’s “Spotlight On…” series continues with a look into our talented cast of The Producers. Get to know Liam Welsh who is portraying Carmen Ghia in our production!
Introduce yourself to our audience.
Hello ya’ll! My name is Liam Welsh and I play the role of Carmen Ghia in this production of “The Producers”.
What is the story about, and why do you think it’s important for audiences to see it?
The story is about two men who create a get-rich-quick scheme to create the worst musical on Broadway. I think it’s important for the audience to see it because not only is it very hilarious, but also is a great satire on musicals, greed, the mockery of power and the exercise of bad taste.
What do you do when you’re not doing theatre?
When I am not performing, I am working at the Goodspeed Opera House and the family-owned spirit store, Swingbridge Fine Wine. I also love to animate and produce digital art in my free time!
What do you find most compelling or interesting about your character?
I love my character of Carmen because as someone who involves themselves in various Queer circles, I have met many Carmens in my life, so it is fine to portray someone so dedicated, eccentric and emotional.
How is this production bringing something new to this story?
Everyone is very hands-on, with every person not only playing a role on stage but behind the stage. It’s a statement about coming together to put on a show, and that show just so happens to be one about homosexual fascists.
Who in the show is most like their character?
Without saying myself, I believe Tullio has had a seamless transition into playing Roger De Bris. When he needs to be he is great and showing a wide range of creative thinking, humor and flamboyant personality that adds to the character.
Without giving anything away, what’s your favorite line of dialogue?
“…How about playing a little game without sex?” “How about the Jewish princess and her husband” always makes me chuckle
What will the audience be thinking about in the car as they drive home after this show?
“That huge mid act two number was offensive, appalling and had no respect for those affected in real life. I couldn’t stop laughing”
“The Producers” opens on May 2nd and runs through May 11th at Connecticut Theatre Company. Tickets on sale now!
“For all its daring, Brooks’s show is ultimately a nostalgic throwback to vaudeville and a testament to male friendship.” — The Guardian
“With more belly laughs per minute than any new musical in years, Mel Brooks’ “The Producers” reminds us in grand, politically incorrect style that Broadway never rewards wimps.” — Variety
“It’s the type of musical people say they pray for; a gleeful return to the good old days of undemanding musical comedy with laughs, pretty girls, laughs, a couple of catchy songs, laughs, soon to be legendary performances by some of the best talents of the Broadway stage, laughs, and . . . well . . . lots and lots of laughs.” — Talkin’ Broadway
