Meet our Stage Manager: Laura Sutherland

Give us a brief overview of your involvement in theater:

I began doing stage crew and stage managing in middle school and continued throughout high school. In high school I was also a part of Weston Drama workshop during the summer. I took a break from theater during college. But I’m back now!

What past shows have you been involved in at WFS:

I have been on the stage management team for Fiddler on the Roof, Pajama Game, and Annie; and was onstage for Jerry’s Girls.

What is your favorite song from ...Spelling Bee? Which Character do you relate to the most?

My favorite song is “The I Love You Song” and I probably relate to Marcy the most.

What was your first Broadway show? If you could work on any show what would it be:

My first broadway show was Sound of Music. And I know it’s not available yet but definitely Waitress.

What made you want to be apart of WFS’ production of ...Spelling Bee:

I remembered how fun it was, having stage managed it in high school!