Exclusive Interview: Leah Louis-Ferdinand of Birmingham Village Players' 'Steel Magnolias'

Some things that might seem incredibly mundane are truly religious experiences. For some, it's taking that first sip of their morning coffee, letting it walk over them, melting away every worry. For others, it's a long drive on a nice summer day, blaring their music and letting the sun shine on their skin. However, for others, it's the act of gathering together with their community, gaining peace from being surrounded by others. This last experience is at the core of Steel Magnolias, about a group of women who work at a beauty salon and the relationships between them. This stunning play written by Robert Harling arrives this weekend at Birmingham Village Players in Birmingham, MI, and just ahead of its arrival, we sat down to talk to one of the cast members from this production, Leah Louis-Ferdinand.

In this exclusive Box Seat Babes interview, Louis-Ferdinand discusses what drew her to Steel Magnolias, how she's made Annelle her own while remaining faithful to the source material, and how this role has challenged her as an actor. The themes of community, family, and the beauty within the struggles of loss ring loudly in this play, and also speak to Louis-Ferdinand, drawing her even more into her role. Find out more about her experience in the play and what you can expect from this production of Steel Magnolias! Thank you so much for listening and enjoy!

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