About this episode
Roz White discusses her role in the Broadway musical Hell's Kitchen and its personal significance.
We sat down with Roz White, who plays Miss Liza Jane in Hell's Kitchen. We talked about her journey, what it's like bring Miss Liza Jane Alicia Keys' story to life, and why this show hits so close to home.Hell's Kitchen is a coming-of-age Broadway musical inspired by the life and music of Alicia Keys. Set in 1990s New York City, the story follows a 17-year-old girl growing up in Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen neighborhood as she navigates first love, ambition, family struggles, and finding her voice. Powered by Alicia Keys' iconic songs, the show is a celebration of resilience, identity, and the people and places that shape who we become. Hell's Kitchen is currently touring the country.
People in this episode
Guest: Roz White
Topics covered
- Broadway
- musical
- Alicia Keys
- coming-of-age
- identity
- resilience
Keywords
- Roz White
- Hell's Kitchen
- Alicia Keys
- Broadway musical
- 1990s
- New York City
- coming-of-age
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Hell's Kitchen
Places: New York City
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