Spotlight On: Tullio Milani
Connecticut Theatre Company’s “Spotlight On…” series continues with a look into our talented cast of The Producers. Get to know Tullio Milani who is portraying Roger DeBris in our production!
Introduce yourself to our audience.
Hello, my name is Tullio Milani, I am playing the role of Roger DeBris in our production of “The Producers”.
What is the story about, and why do you think it’s important for audiences to see it?
It’s a Mel Brooks classic comedy about two guys who come up with a scheme to get rich by putting on a show that is sure to flop on Broadway. Like all Mel Brooks films and shows, this one will leave you in stitches, maybe shock you a bit, and it will certainly get the songs stuck in your head for a week.
What do you do when you’re not doing theatre?
I work as a sales engineer at Siemens Inc., I help out at my family’s bakery, and most importantly I’m a Father to two beautiful boys, and a husband to my beautiful wife, who is also the director of this show…. (That means I had to work extra hard at the auditions to get this role haha!)
What do you find most compelling or interesting about your character?
Roger is a character that I didn’t know I would love playing so much!! He’s unapologetically himself all the time, and is never afraid to show who he is to the world.
How is this production bringing something new to this story?
Our cast is absolutely amazing! We have an incredible group of dedicated people who understand how big and complex this show is, but are unafraid to step up to the challenge.
Who in the show is most like their character?
I’ve been taught that acting is about honesty, so I think that everyone is bringing a bit of who they really are into each of their characters.
Without giving anything away, what’s your favorite line of dialogue?
“I think I look more like the Chrysler Building”
What will the audience be thinking about in the car as they drive home after this show?
That they need to come see this show at least one more time!
“The Producers” opens on May 2nd and runs through May 11th at Connecticut Theatre Company. Tickets on sale now!
“For all its daring, Brooks’s show is ultimately a nostalgic throwback to vaudeville and a testament to male friendship.” — The Guardian
“With more belly laughs per minute than any new musical in years, Mel Brooks’ “The Producers” reminds us in grand, politically incorrect style that Broadway never rewards wimps.” — Variety
“It’s the type of musical people say they pray for; a gleeful return to the good old days of undemanding musical comedy with laughs, pretty girls, laughs, a couple of catchy songs, laughs, soon to be legendary performances by some of the best talents of the Broadway stage, laughs, and . . . well . . . lots and lots of laughs.” — Talkin’ Broadway
