We chatted with David Leyshon about our upcoming production of Hidden Treasures. We asked what he loves about his character, the last thing he does before stepping out on stage, and what he thinks the audience members will be thinking on their way home from the show.
Lighthouse Festival (LF): What do you love about your character?
David Leyshon (DL): What I love about all of Norm’s characters is that there is always a ready connection to them, both from the perspective of the actor and the audience. He writes characters that are complex and real, which makes them instantly relatable – audiences can see themselves in these people. He gives his characters a voice that always seems to resonate. These characters make us laugh, but also make us reflect. Writing like that is always a joy to play!
(LF): What’s the last thing you do before you step out on stage?
(DL): I suppose I try to quiet my mind, focus and put myself in the world of the play. Every audience deserves the best we’ve, so ensuring I’m as focused and ready as possible gives me the best chance of making the show fresh and alive every night.
(LF): What do you think the audience members will be thinking on their way home from the show?
(DL)I think the audience will leave the theatre with giant smiles on their faces, and maybe give a thought to the things they would say to those they care about if they were given the chance to say one last thing.
