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Do you know who Patricia Phillips is? Have you ever heard her name before? If the answer is no, let me enlighten you: Patricia Phillips is the woman who made Broadway history three years ago when she became the first African-American actress to take over the role of Carlotta GiudicelIi in the beloved Broadway musical "Phantom of the Opera," which will be celebrate its 22nd anniversary in January 2010. Phillips had previously starred on Broadway in "La Boheme," "The Secret Garden" and "The Sound of Music" and also has regional theater, film and television credits behind her.
PP: The challenge is to be up to the task and also to recognize your place in this production. People come to see the "Phantom," Christine and Raoul, and we are perennial players. My role adds comedy and drama. I come in with respect for the piece and the mark that it has made in musical theater history. When I see my picture and name on the marquee, I am in awe and I say, "Thank you, God." So it's a matter of respect and doing the best I can do everyday that's of paramount importance to me.PP: I was doing "La Boheme" on Broadway. My company manager was friends with the production supervisor at "Phantom." I ran into a girlfriend, and she said she was leaving the role of Carlotta. Everything just fell into place within a couple of weeks.Patricia Phillips is the woman who made Broadway history three years ago when she became the first African-American actress to take over the role of Carlotta GiudicelIi in the beloved Broadway musical "Phantom of the Opera," which will be celebrate its 22nd anniversary in January 2010. Phillips had previously starred on Broadway in "La Boheme," "The Secret Garden" and "The Sound of Music" and also has regional theater, film and television credits behind her.See the full content of this document
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Patricia Phillips Making History in 'Phantom'
Do you know who Patricia Phillips is? Have you ever heard her name before? If the answer is no, let me enlighten you: Patricia Phillips is the woman who made Broadway history three years ago when she became the first African-American actress to take over the role of...
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