Catherine’s Column
Q & A WITH TYRAN STIG B&L : Congratulations on your new gig “FRIENDS’’ THE MUSICAL PARODY playing Ross. How are you feeling about that ?
TYRAN : I am overwhelmed and excited and feel very fortunate that I was chosen for the role.
B&L :You are making your professional debut in the musical version of your favourite television show of all time. What is it about the show that you love? TYRAN : I love the show because it is timeless. Even though it was made in the 90’s it was very “forward thinking for its time’’ and still very relevant today. I initially discovered the show through my parents who also loved and watched it, they virtually passed the show down to me.
B&L :What can we expect from your version of Ross and of course the show?
TYRAN : I will be concentrating on heightening Ross’s characteristics, the show is hilarious with lots of original music and a stellar cast. I am looking forward to travelling around Australia with them.
I RECENTLY HAD THE ENORMOUS PRIVILEGE OF CATCHINGUP WITH MULTI-TALENTED AUSTRALIAN ACTOR TYRAN STIG, WHO IS MAKING HIS PROFESIONAL DEBUT IN “FRIENDS’’ THE MUSICAL PARODY IN THE ROLE OF ROSS... The show is currently touring major Australian cities including Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth.
This beloved stage adaptation, brings together an eclectic mix of young performers who will astonish audiences with their talent and enthusiasm. According to the show’s producer Sam Klinger, the musical parody is guaranteed to thrill audiences with it’s stellar cast, great music and unstoppable laughs, while celebrating the misadventures of our favourite characters in the much loved sitcom.
TYRAN STIG was an obvious choice to play Ross Geller in the Australian production. He is an experienced vocalist and actor, having trained privately with Rachelle Schmidt at The Voice Studio.
B&L :What episode in the TV series is your all- time favourite? TYRAN : My favourite episode in the series is “When Joey dates Rachel’’
B&L : You seem very focused, will you be taking your talent overseas in the future? TYRAN : Yes, that is my goal, my grandfather took me to my first Broadway show when I was fifteen and I knew then that my future would be on stage.
B&L : Are there any family members in showbiz?
TYRAN : No I come from a sporting family, my father played football and my mother was into dressage.
B&L : Did your family encourage you to follow your dreams into showbiz? TYRAN : Yes my family were very supportive and encouraging. They don’t mind what I do as long as I’m happy. B&L : Name a career highlight ?
TYRAN : A career highlight for me, is being chosen to appear in “FRIENDS’’ The Musical Parody. B&L : Who do you admire in the business?
TYRAN : I love Meryl Streep and Anthony Hopkins B&L : How do you relax in your down time?
Tyran’s recent musical theatre credits include ROBERT in “The Chaperone’’
TYRAN : I love listening to music (old and new) my grandfather introduced me to Elvis’s music when I was younger. I love all music.
LUMIERE in “Beauty and The Beast’’ &
TYRAN : Yes I do, I think it is a great platform and can be beneficial if used correctly for my career.
SEYMOUR in “The Little Shop of Horrors’’ JAMES in “The Lieutenant of Inisgmore’’
In 2020, Tyran made a significant “decision to take
a break’’ from his position of Executive Producer of a breakfast radio show on the Southern Cross Ausereo network to pursue his acting career fulltime.
B&L :Do you use social media
B&L : What is next on the agenda for TYRAN STIG?
TYRAN : I will be busy with “FRIENDS’’ The Musical Parody till November, and then auditions. STORY COURTESY OF CATHERINE COLUSSO
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