Brian Trampler

Brian Trampler (Underling)

The Drowsy Chaperone

SEPTEMBER 2 — OCTOBER 9

How does it feel to be reprising your role?

It is fantastic to revisit this fun and hysterically enjoyable show. And once again to wear an impeccable butler’s uniform!

How does your process in preparing for this role differ from your previous go-around?

It is all about adjusting to the new dimensions of the stage and finding your new mark.

What excites you about The Drowsy Chaperone?

Playing with a bunch of familiar faces, watching the new cast members shine, and listening to the audience join in.

What’s your process like in preparing for a show like this? Is it different from any other show, or is your preparation always similar?

Similar. With this revival our rehearsal schedule is about 1/2 the time we usually have, so jumping right in is important.

What’s your biggest challenge in taking on this role?

Having fun while rushing around like a banshee!

Tell me about the last production you were in!

I played (get ready for it) a gangster disguised as a a butler (both seem to be recurring parts for me) in Performance Now’s “Nice Work If You Can Get It,” a wonderfully zany musical with tons of Gershwin music and insanely cool dancing.

What do you do when you’re not performing?

I’m a strategy and product manager for an IT systems integrator called Black Box.

How did you get started performing?

Through my 2nd grade teacher who had me audition for a brand new choir called the Colorado Children’s Chorale. I was part of their inaugural season.

Why do you still perform?

There is nothing else that brings the joy of making art for new and returning audiences.

What’s your dream role, and what do you feel your would bring to it?

I’ve been lucky to have played many of them already, but if I were to pick a new show, playing the part of Hermes in HadesTown would be a dream.

What’s a fun fact people may not know about you?

I usually am upside down at some point in most of my turns on stage, but unfortunately not in this one. I hope you enjoy the show as much as we all do!