Rising star Hannah Cruz sat down with iHeartRadio Broadway to chat about starring as Svetlana Sergievsky in the Broadway revival of CHESS. In the wide-ranging chat, Cruz reveals what it’s like working alongside seasoned Broadway icons Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit, and Nicholas Christopher, sharing stories of camaraderie and creative collaboration.
For Cruz, the opportunity to inhabit a character in such an iconic show, especially under the direction of Broadway heavyweights, represents both a dream fulfilled and a challenge embraced. She also delved into what drew her to CHESS’s gripping storyline, which navigates themes of love, loyalty and conflict against a backdrop of political tension. Cruz revealed her favorite costume, her pre-show ritual, and shared how she has loved the iconic score her entire life.
For more, watch the full interview in the video player above. Get tickets to see CHESS here.