Richard Thomas delivers onstage and offstage

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Like many of you, I grew up watching Richard Thomas as John-Boy on The Waltons. It was appointment TV from 1972 until 1981 and families all over the country watched it together. I have very fond memories of watching The Waltons with my parents, sisters, and grandparents (and the nostalgia is really kicking in as I type these words). This show was groundbreaking because there had been nothing like it before. It also made Richard Thomas a huge star.

I was thrilled to know that the Broadway touring company of  To Kill A Mockingbird would be playing here, and with Richard Thomas in the lead role. But I was overjoyed to find out I would have the opportunity to interview him for Kip's Korner! Big thanks to Wil for breaking up our eight-minute chat into three easily watchable clips. So, without further ado, let's watch it together.


Richard Thomas talks about...


Playing Atticus Finch:     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VITcWvKQztg&t=71s

Touring the Country:       https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NxBsu2iWck

His role in Pop Culture:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzvST6d7gbY


Well that was a big treat for me! "Good night, John-Boy."


You might have seen me as Enjolras in Les Misérables, Munkustrap in Cats or Prince Charming in Cinderella. I used to perform in many Broadway Tours all across the country. Now I report on them and give you an insider's view into this unique little world. So, let's talk about all things Broadway!

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