Robyn Hurder on Starring in Broadway's 'Smash' Musical

Robyn Hurder's Broadway Moment

• 🌟 Robyn Hurder is hailed as a triple threat and a star in the new Broadway musical "Smash."
• 🎯 She plays the dual role of Ivy Lynn, who is portraying Marilyn Monroe in a play within the musical.
• 🚀 Hurder describes this role as a "role of a lifetime" and her long-awaited moment after years in the ensemble.

The Journey to the Lead Role

• 📈 Hurder has been working her way up through shows like "Moulin Rouge" and "A Beautiful Noise."
• 🎭 She admits to adding Marilyn Monroe to her characters for the past decade, manifesting this opportunity.
• 💡 The role requires embodying both Ivy Lynn and Marilyn Monroe, a challenge she embraces.

Balancing Motherhood and Performance

• 😥 Hurder candidly shares the struggles of balancing her demanding career with motherhood, feeling like an "absent mother" at times.
• ❤️ Despite the challenges, she expresses a deep love for performing and connecting with audiences.
• ✨ She aims to create a fantasy world in the theater where audiences can forget their troubles and feel better.

'Smash' Musical: A Modern Take

• 📺 The musical "Smash" is based on the cult favorite TV show about creating a Broadway musical.
• 🎭 It pays homage to the original show while adapting to contemporary times and social climate changes.
• 😂 A significant difference is that the stage musical leans heavily into comedy, unlike the original drama series.

Behind the Scenes with Steven Spielberg

• 🎬 Steven Spielberg, a producer of the show, visited a rehearsal and was visibly moved by the performance.
• 🤝 He offered Hurder significant encouragement, hugging her and expressing gratitude for her portrayal.
• 🌟 Spielberg's reaction underscored the impact and quality of Hurder's performance.

Living by Marilyn Monroe's Words

• 💬 Hurder is inspired by Marilyn Monroe's quote, "I just want to be wonderful."
• ✅ She strives to be wonderful for the audience and for herself through dedicated work.
• 👏 Her success is attributed to her hustle and dedication over many years.