We chatted with Andrew Scanlon about our upcoming production of The Hound of the Baskervilles. We asked why he wanted to be involved in this production, what he loved about his character, and what type of person will enjoy this show.
Lighthouse Festival (LF): Why did you want to be involved in this production?
Andrew Scanlon (AS): I wanted to be involved in this production because my first season with Lighthouse last summer was absolutely incredible. Everyone, from the staff to the technical teams, crew, my fellow actors, and the amazing volunteers and the wonderful, supportive audiences – made me feel so welcome, and reinforced what an incredibly joyful and special place this is to come and create theatre. When the opportunity came along to return to Lighthouse in another fabulous comedy, I jumped at the chance!
(LF): What do you love about your character?
(AS): I get to be Sherlock Holmes! Who wouldn’t love the chance to play one of the most fantastic characters in literary history? I love his confidence, his mischief, and his dramatic flair. I love that he always remains one step ahead of everyone, but is sure to give very little away. love that in this version, all of the high-stakes drama of a Holmes mystery is set against a very irreverent, silly comedic backdrop. It’s a fun line to walk as an actor. It’s going to be a total blast from start to finish!
(LF): What type of person is going to love this show?
(AS): I think anyone looking for the opportunity to slip away into a world of mystery and intrigue and rollicking laughs. I think fans of Sherlock Holmes will love this adaptation, which plays very cleverly with all the creepy twists and turns of the classic story. But if you’ve never seen a Holmes mystery in your life, this is the absolute perfect comedic entry point!
