Patrick vs Schroeder

Patrick Waller compares himself to Schroeder

What attributes or traits do you share with your character?

Schroeder and I both are huge Beethoven fans. Schroeder is an exceptional piano player, but me not so much.

What is the most exciting part about bringing this character to life on stage?

I think for the simple fact that Schroeder, and all these characters for that matter, are so universally known and loved. I have been reading and watching these guys since I was a kid. The image of Schroeder at his piano and Lucy perched atop is one that is forever etched in my memory and to now be in that image is an amazing thing.

What work have you done/will you do to prepare to play this character?

I've got a lot of work to do at the piano!

Schroeder has dedicated his life to piano performance, you have dedicated yours to theatre. What made you choose that path?

I got into theatre on a whim. They were having auditions for Annie at the local community theatre in my hometown and driving by one day I thought, “Hey, that sounds fun!” I went in, auditioned, and was cast as Rooster Hannigan and there was no stopping after that. When it got to the point I was doing so much community theatre that it was like a second job, I decided to try and turn it into a profession. Now, thankfully, I've been working as a professional actor for the last nine years and I can't imagine doing anything else. 

Visit NCT's website for fun Behind the Curtain videos about You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown as well as a schedule of performances.

Jeff vs Snoopy

Jeff Boyet answers questions about how he compares to Snoopy

What attributes or traits do you share with your character? 

Snoopy and I share a love for adventure, food, and we both have extraordinary imaginations. 

What is the most exciting part about bringing this character to life on stage? 

Snoopy is a dream character, probably the most famous dog in the world. Being allowed to interpret his personality and inner thoughts is very exciting. 

What work have you done/will you do to prepare to play this character? 

I'll watch some of the Charlie Brown television shows and read some of the comics. I'm really going to try and perfect his joyful, nose-in-the-air dance. 

Snoopy has lots of alter egos from a World War I Flying Ace to a secret agent. Do you have an alter ego?

As an actor, I joyfully get to create an alter ego with every show that I do. As a father, I also get to create a lot of alter egos. My favorites are the ones that bring laughter to my girls.

Visit NCT's website for fun Behind the Curtain videos about You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown as well as a schedule of performances.