#189- Traci Elaine Lee in The Great Gatsby

Hey y’all, what’s up? In this episode, we’re diving into the incredible Broadway journey of Traci Elaine Lee! 🌟 Ever wonder what it takes to go from ensemble to starring on Broadway? Traci shares it all—her time as a swing, taking on iconic roles like Daisy Buchanan in *The Great Gatsby*, and her unforgettable performances in shows like *Beautiful: The Carole King Musical*, *Ain’t Too Proud*, and *Shucked*! Plus, we talk about embracing curls and staying authentic.Join Salisha Thomas as we laugh, reminisce, and celebrate Traci’s inspiring story of resilience, talent, and grace. From tackling challenging roles to finding joy in every moment, Traci’s insights will warm your heart and light up your Broadway dreams. 🎭✨ Hit subscribe and come on the ride—because this is one journey you don’t want to miss! 💃🎶#thegreatgatsby1926 #thegreatgatsby1974 #greatgatsbysynopsis #thegreatgatsbycareymulligan #greatgatsbysummaryCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro02:00 - Working with Jason Robert Brown05:53 - Approaching an Understudy Role09:23 - Learning from Your Roles11:38 - Ensemble vs Lead Role Experience20:02 - Representation as a Black Woman in Broadway24:04 - Embracing Natural Curls28:18 - Self-Motivation Techniques36:29 - Advice to Your Younger Self41:13 - Closing Thoughts42:03 - Tracy SmithLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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