A Christmas Carol-- meet cast member Donna Lovelace!
What do you find appealing about your character and this
show? A Christmas Carol is a perennial
It’s a timely reminder of what
might happen when more importance is placed on the quest for power and material
wealth instead of family, friends, and others less fortunate. I play the part of Mrs. Dilber, the laundress
in the Ghost of Christmas Future scene. My character despises Scrooge and has
no respect for him even death. She steals Scrooge’s bed curtains, blanket, and
burial shirt right from under him and pawns them for a profit. She feels
justified in her actions to take care of herself since Scrooge always took care
of himself when he was alive, without regards to anyone else. I also have a
supporting role as part of the ensemble in the Fezziwig party scene.
What have you learned about yourself in playing the role of
Mrs. Dilber? I’ve tried not to be too
judgmental with my character. Whilst her attitude and actions are harsh and
uncaring, I have to look past that in order to portray the character with
authenticity.
What do you want the audience to experience/take away from
this show? I hope this production leaves
the audience feeling enthralled and uplifted on this journey of transformation
and redemption. This story is a reminder of what really matters: being kind,
compassionate, and more tolerant of others. How you treat others impacts you as
much as it does everyone else.
How does this show differ from other shows you have worked
on? This is the first show I’ve performed in since high school, which was 30
years ago.
How long have you been acting and what made you get involved
in theatre? I’ve always had a love for
theatre. I was born in Hammersmith, west London and remember my mum taking me
to see pantomimes during the Christmas season. In high school, I was in the
drama club. We would take trips to the Globe Theatre and the West End of London
to see shows such as Hamlet, Macbeth, Les Misérables, and The Phantom of the
Opera.
How did you get involved with LTA? Now that I’m retired after 22 years in the
Air Force, I was hoping to rekindle my passion for acting and being on stage. I
took Acting 101 – Realism with Mike Baker this past summer at LTA. Mike
encouraged us to get ourselves out there and audition for shows. I almost
didn't audition for A Christmas Carol because part of the audition was to sing
16 bars of a Christmas carol/song. I’m not a singer so I was a bit
apprehensive. Thankfully, Shelagh Roberts, the Director and Linda Wells, the
Music Director saw my potential!
What advice would you give others who are interested in
working in theatre? Take an acting class and/or volunteer with your local
community theatre. You never know what you’re capable of doing. Don’t let
nerves or anxiety get the best of you. If I had, I wouldn’t be in this show
right now.
I know that actress,! She's very focused. She can do whatever she sets her mind on.
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