As an actor, every job you do, you make a new family. There is something special about theatre and its ability to bring people together in a way that is unlike any other. I have made so many amazing friends throughout my career, and many of them share my love of books and literature. Since theatre brings stories to life, I thought I would feature some of my favorite performers (my fabulous friends and cast mates) and see what their bookshelves look like! Welcome to my Broadway Book Chat!
Liz Schmitz
Currently playing Demeter in the National Tour of Cats!
Instagram: @lizschmitz
What are you currently reading?
Oathbringer: Book Three of The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson
What is your favorite book series?
Harry Potter will always be my favorite. It reminds me of childhood, my family. It’s grounding.
Who is your favorite author?
Jane Austin. I always feels like she talking to me, or really gossiping with me.
What book inspires you and why?
Book inspire me when there is a strong friend or family group. It reminds me what’s really important.
Which literary character would you like to play?
I’d love to play Emma, from Emma by Jane Austin. Or Stephanie Brown, aka Robin of Batman and Robin. There haven’t been many female Robins, I love the twist!
If you could be friends with any of the characters you have played, who would it be and why?
I loved Anna from Spring Awakening. She had good ideas and a good heart. She had an open, loving view of the world and future.
What book would you like to see made into a musical/play/movie?
I’d like to see the Pendragon series by D.J. MacHale into a tv show!
What is the next book on your reading list?
In the fantasy world I’ll read Mistborn, more Brandon Sanderson! But I could use some historical romance from The American Heiress by Daisy Goodwin first!
Have you ever thought about writing yourself?
If I wrote, it would be short stories. Or perhaps philosophical, and potentially theoretical, musings.
What is your favorite show you’ve been a part of and why?
Matilda. It was so many things. It was my first big credit, I swung 7 tracks, and it helped me pick myself up out of a dark place. And most importantly, the story is important. The message is relevant and good. “Even if you’re little you can do a lot…Nobody else is gonna put it right for me. Nobody but me is gonna change my story.”
See Liz (and yours truly) around the US in Cats! Click here for tickets and tour stops!
I feature a new performer every month, so check back in April for our next guest! I would really love some suggestions for new questions you would like to ask, or things you want to know. Leave them in the comments and I will add them to future interviews! Shout out to my stage partner in crime, Liz, for sharing with us ❤
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