“ I've never seen a production of CATS that looks the way a production of CATS are supposed to look which is why I always thought I was the perfect person to direct it.” This episode features Tim Scott who was the Director of the 2018 and 2025 reimagined productions of CATS at the Music Theater Heritage in Kansas City. Tim discusses his initial dislike of CATS and how that perspective influenced the innovative choices he made. From eliminating the iconic cat costumes to introducing hip-hop elements, Tim shares how his team brought new life to this classic musical, making it more relatable and emotionally impactful. Tune in to hear about the challenges, audience reactions, and the future of theater reimaginings.
01:06 Tim's Initial Dislike for CATS
02:35 The 2018 Production: A Bold Reimagining
04:26 Philosophy Behind the Unique Approach
12:00 Audience Reactions and Feedback
19:35 Diving into Character and Story Arcs
29:22 Upcoming Season Highlights
31:21 Rapid Fire
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Produced by:
Alan Seales & Broadway Podcast Network
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