Ep231 - Vikki Coote, Rumpleteazer in Original West End Production

“I felt like I was having a dream. Some out of body experience. Andrew literally sat there playing the overture right in front of me.” This episode features Vikki Coote who played Rumpleteazer in the original West End production of CATS. Vikki shares her amazing journey from her initial fascination with the musical, through her audition process, and her time performing in the show. She discusses the unique experience of altering the choreography and music from the British to the Broadway version, memorable backstage and onstage moments, and her involvement in the 1998 film adaptation. Vikki also offers insights into her current role as a performing arts teacher. 00:46 Vikki’s Journey to CATS 01:39 Audition Process and Early Experiences 04:58 Changes Mungojerrie & Rumpleteazer 11:28 Memorable Moments and Stories 21:59 The 1998 Movie Experience 27:01 Teaching and Mentoring Future Performers 32:52 Rapid Fire Questions Check out Vikki on Social Media: @vikkicoote Produced by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alan Seales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Podcast Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Social Media: @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices