Luke Rahmsdorff-Terry

Luke Rahmsdorff-Terry (Tim)

CROSS WORDS

OCTOBER 1 — NOVEMBER 7

What excites you about Cross Words?

Besides being a brand new play that's never been fully staged, the show is full of so much humor and a lot of twists and turns. Mysteries and thrillers are overlooked as a genre as a whole, so being part of something that is equal parts funny and "will they get away with it?" is going to be a treat to share with audiences!

What’s your process like in preparing for a show like this, and how does that process change (if at all) from other shows?

With any good mystery, there are a lot of red herrings and dead ends you want to throw at the audience to keep them guessing. Our playwright Scott has already done a terrific job of that, but during the rehearsals, we're finding others to throw in there as well. Keeping track of it all is a fun and challenging process.

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

I've been in mysteries before, but always as a member of the law. An inspector or an officer usually. I've never been one of the characters actually plotting and scheming to commit a crime. How the character reacts to different people who might get in his way or how they handle a wrench in their plan means having to change tactics a lot and having to play things a few different ways provides a fun challenge! Learning lines with a very active 18-month-old running around also makes it interesting!

How did you get started performing?

I was in middle school and I auditioned for a production of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. I originally wanted to play one of the evil queen's minions becase he gets to have a sword fight.  Instead, I was cast as Aslan, the Lion!  I never really stopped after that.

Why do you still perform?

I love to tell a good story. Whether that's on stage as an actor, in the booth as a designer or however else that can be done. Being able to share that with people is a great passion of mine.

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

Father Flynn in Doubt. There are so many layers to explore and so many ways to interpret his relationships with the other characters in the play. He's a tragic character, but I've always had a different interpretation on his past infringements.

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

There was a brief period (emphasis on "brief") where I almost went into the Seminary instead of studying theater.  When I'm not on stage and behind the bar, I'll frequently give a 'blessing' on a few cocktails!