After being a part of theatre since 6th grade, junior Kwasi Boamah is currently enrolled in the Varsity Elite Acting class. Last year was Boamah’s first year in the department after moving to Prosper. He has previously played young Simba in ‘The Lion King Jr.’ and Ezekiel Cheever in ‘The Crucible.’
Kwasi Boamah
Enjolras
Is this your first production with the department? What else have you been in, and how was that experience?
No, I have been in theatre since middle school. I have been in productions such as ‘The Lion King Jr.’ and ‘Seussical.’ Those shows were really fun, and I got to build such strong connections that I keep with me today.
How do you feel about the upcoming show?
I feel that ‘Les Misérables’ will be amazing. All of us in the cast are giving (our) all, especially the technicians. The technical side of the show is what I love most.
Can you describe your character?
I play Enjolras and he is the leader of the ABC café students. The students rise up and try to make a difference, and I am glad that I am able to lead them.
What are the types of things that you have been working on in rehearsals?
In rehearsals, what I mainly focus on is my singing and blocking for Act Two at the barricade.
What is something you are looking forward to when the show opens?
I can’t wait for the audience’s reviews. I am very jealous that I won’t be able to watch from an audience point of view.
Why should people come see this show?
People should come see this show because the story captivates you effortlessly, and I feel that we have done these characters justice.