Meet Ali Cheraghpour (Edwards) from LTA's "Blue Stockings"

 

What do you find appealing about your character and this show?
Edwards is a goofball. He is well meaning although not always articulate. Every line in this show feels intentional and as an actor it is an incredible opportunity to work on something like this.

What have you learned about yourself in playing the role of Edwards?
Edwards is kind, confident, and genuine. It isn’t easy being all of those things. Edwards is teaching me to trust and be kind to myself.

What do you want the audience to experience/take away from this show?
This play poses the question ‘love or knowledge?’ My hope is that the audience asks this question to themselves and for it to spark conversation.

How does this show differ from other shows you have worked on?
Every character and every line feels important. We all are part of a moving ship. It really feels like an ensemble piece.

How long have you been acting and what made you get involved in theatre? How did you get involved with LTA?
I have been acting since I was in middle school. I wanted to do theatre because I thought it looked cool. I heard about the auditions for Bluestocking from word of mouth. I grew up in the area and always wanted to learn more about The Little Theatre of Alexandria.

What advice would you give others who are interested in working in theatre?
Even if you’re not actively working on a show you can still brush up your skills. Read plays, take an acting class, and see plays! Don’t limit yourself to being in a show. Theatre is all around us all the time.