Megan Stott Interview by Carol Wright Photography by Brooklin Rosenstock
When did you know you wanted to be an actress? I never understood why I was different. I just knew that I was meant to do something in performing. Once I started singing, acting came into play and it became my passion. I was fully committed and have worked hard to be a part of this beautiful process. I love telling stories while using myself as the vessel to bring out my character’s soul and emotions, with a goal to truly touch and affect others. What drew you to the show Little Fires Everywhere? I was drawn initially to Little Fires because one of my role models, Reese Witherspoon, was a part of it. However, I also read the book and it was truly inspiring to see these families go through the challenges of life and find their truths. It reminded me that the small things people say or do can really affect someone in ways we never imagine. I was also drawn to it because of how many talented, hard-working and incredible artists were a part of it. Did you read the book to prepare for the role? When I started reading the book, I highlighted what spoke to me. I came away knowing that Izzy had the depth that I wanted to be a part of. I would play the scenes in my head to envision a clear image of how I could prepare those scenes to an in-depth level. I was so in touch with the heart of Izzy before I ever went to audition. Izzy is such an interesting character because she feels trapped within her family and coddled because she was born prematurely. What was it like getting into the headspace of that character? It was very complicated to get into the headspace in the beginning because it forces one to look at all things within yourself you are afraid to see. Izzy looks often into herself to find those pieces and what they mean
