Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Kiki Time with...Justin Garascia

Name: Justin Garascia

Hometown: DeWitt, MI

Education: BFA in Theater Performance, Western Michigan University. Minors: Dance and Marketing.

What is a kiki?: A Kiki is a marvelous party for calming all your nerves!

Tell us about Restoration Comedy: Restoration Comedy is based on two restoration style plays, that are combined with a modern day adaptation. The story explores all different kinds of love and sees love in a more varietal humorous context.

Describe Restoration Comedy in 3 words: One fabulous kiki.

Who do you play in Restoration Comedy?: I'm a featured role in the Dance Ensemble, playing Model Boy Justin and understudying the principal cast members.

What’s the most outrageous costume you wear in Restoration Comedy?: A black fur jacket as a Model Boy, with black combat boots, and a restoration wrap. Think Broadway Bares meets restoration chic. The costumes are gorgeous!

Which cast member is the naughtiest?: Brantley Brice

Sexiest?: Naomi Not So Bland

Most likely to deceive?: Anthony- when he’s dressed in drag, Amy Winehouse style.

What is your signature dance move?: Being part of a human carriage is my favorite—we’ll go with that!

What Scissor Sisters song would best describe you?: "Year of Living Dangerously" or "I Don't Feel Like Dancing".

Why should we come see Restoration Comedy?: It's New York up and coming talent, all around at it's finest and most dedicated. And great fun to cut loose too with a friends or a date around the holidays!

photo courtesy of Aaron Zebrock