Exclusive Interview: Patrick Blashill of ‘The Music Man’
What do you get when you mix a small town from middle America with a charming con man? The Music Man, of course! Set in River City, Iowa, this classic Broadway musical follows Harold Hill, a smooth-talking fraud who convinces an entire town that their children urgently need a boys’ band, even though they really don’t. His plan is simple: collect the money, skip town, and avoid questions like “what’s a trombone?” Packed with catchy songs, big dance numbers, and more enthusiasm than actual musical skill, The Music Man is a feel-good story about redemption, community spirit, and the fine art of talking your way out of trouble, until you don’t want to anymore. The national tour of this production is arriving at The Fox Theatre here in Detroit, and ahead of its arrival, we spoke with one of the cast members, Patrick Blashill!
In this exclusive BSB Insider interview, Blashill discusses what it’s like to step into a show such as this classic and how this production has pushed him as an actor! While Mayor Shin, who Blashill is playing in this production, tends to be a rather silly character, Blashill says he’s bringing out a different side of the character’s comedy through a more straight take! From favorite songs to some personal connections to Detroit, this actor has much to say in this exciting interview!
Get your tickets now for The Music Man at The Fox Theatre!
For those who have grown up on this musical, or those looking to discover this classic for the first time, you won’t want to miss The Music Man when it arrives at The Fox Theatre on April 2nd! Running through the 4th, you can get your tickets from 313 Presents or the box office! Are you planning on seeing this North American touring production of The Music Man? Share your thoughts on social media and tag us @bsb.insider to continue the conversation!
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