First and foremost... I love this man. His undeniable passion for, knowledge of, commitment to, and yes... occasional indignation (read: bitchiness) about all things Broadway is on a level that defies gravity (pun intended). His dedication to BCEFA and the Actors' Fund is unparalleled.
This past Monday, Seth's show Broadway 101 was constructed as a "lesson". I wish all school work was as insightful, entertaining and as passionately taught.
Many areas of the behind the scenes aspects of a Broadway show were addressed. Seth's brilliant insight and creativity gave us such demonstrations as: Andrea McArdle and Laura Benanti not so subtlely demonstrating the difference between head voice and chest voice; Mano Felciano finding his "moment" in timing with the conductor; and Seth's magnificent turn as a swing showing the sheer terror of going on for the first time; and my personal "made me weak in the knees" moment... Raul Esparza backed up by 8 beautiful voices (to demonstrate harmony).... singing "Morning Glow" from Pippin. If one's knees could buckle while sitting down... that was the reaction I had. But then again, he could have sang Jingle Bells for all I cared and I would have had the same reaction.
Seth also let us have a sometimes emotional peek into a few of his experiences as a child that lead him to where he is today. They were very personal moments presented with his usual style and flair. After all who gets to have Jen Cody portray themselves as a 8 year old boy... wearing yarlmulke?
Seth - It would be a priviledge to study with you for an advanced degree.
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