This week on "In The Wings," Michael Riedel and Christine Nagy talk with actor Michael Urie who is currently starring in Harvey Fierstein's critically acclaimed Torch Song.
The play debuted in the late 70s and originally was a trilogy, but since has been edited down into one three hour evening. Michael Riedel asked Michael Urie about how a show from the 70s is still relevant today, "I think it still feels like it was written yesterday or today or tomorrow. I think part of that is the universality of relationships for one, but also mothers and sons, or really mothers and anyone...I'm finding out (after performing on Broadway) about how problems are universal, and everyone knows what it's like to fight with their mothers." This show is timeless and everyone can relate, it's a must-see!
Later, Urie discusses why Torch Song has not been performed on stage for many years. Plus, does Michael Urie think there will be an Ugly Betty reboot? Find out by listening to this "In The Wings" below:
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Michael Urie (Arnold). Theatre: Torch Song (2018 Lortel Award nomination); Hamlet; Bright Colors and Bold Patterns (director); The Government Inspector; Buyer & Cellar(Drama Desk, Clarence Derwent, Lucille Lortel, LA Drama Critics Awards); Homos, Or Everyone in America (Obie Award), Shows for Days, The Cherry Orchard, How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Angels In America, The Temperamentals(Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, Theatre World Awards). Film: He’s Way More FamousThan You, Thank You for Judging, Beverly Hills Chihuahua, WTC View, Such Good People, The Hyperglot, Decoy Bride. TV: “Younger,” “Modern Family,” “The Good Wife,” “Workaholics,” “Partners,” “Ugly Betty.” Web series: “What’s YourEmergency.” Regional Theatre: Shakespeare Theatre, Folger, Old Globe, South Coast Rep, Seattle Rep, The Blank, Barrington Stage, and Vineyard Playhouse.