Glee stars Chris Colfer and Amber Riley are singing the praises of America's Favorite Show Choir, Chantilly High's Touch of Class. The actors told Parade that they are excited to see real-life show choirs have their moment in the spotlight.
What was your own high-school experience like?
CC: When I was in high school it wasn't "cool" to be a part of performing arts. I wish there was a Glee back then, could have saved me some trouble.
AR: It was very normal. I kind of just blended in, kept to myself but was friendly to everyone.
What kind of effect did the performing arts have on you?
CC: I was overly involved and underappreciated for it. If it weren't for the performing arts I would have gone insane. Oddly, pretending to be other people has always kept me sane.
AR: I was a part of the drama club. It was the first time I realized how passionate I was about acting.
How important do you think the arts programs in schools are for kids today?
AR: It's very important. I believe we were all born with a gift, and some people won't be scientists or doctors so math and science doesn't exactly hold their attention. Everyone needs a creative outlet to express themselves, and the arts in school provides that.
What's it like to know that you are inspiring high-school students across the country?
AR: It is an honor to know that kids look up to the show. What is the use in being a celebrity if you can't use the platform to help?
What do you love most about performing?
CC: I've always loved the mutual escapism of it shared between the performer and the audience. It's very addicting.
What's your advice for kids who would love to be in your shoes one day?
CC: Make sure it's the craft that you love and want to be a part of and not the fame and claimed "perks" that come with it. Educate yourself in the business aspect of it too. Then never give up!
AR: I would say always be true to yourself because it is hard work and you'll get a million "no's" before you get that one "yes" you dreamed of!
Besides your own character of course, who is your favorite character on the show?
CC: Sue Sylvester. What's not to love? She's kind of my role model.
AR: Sue Sylvester and Emma are a toss up for me.
You've had some great performances on Glee. What's the one song you'd love to sing next?
CC: "Defying Gravity" was my dream song, and after "Rose's Turn" all I have left is "Don't Cry For Me Argentina" to complete my collection of female powerhouse ballads.
AR: I would love to sing "Human Nature" or any Michael Jackson song.
Any advice to kids out there who sometimes feel like "outcasts," just like the New Directions kids do?
AR: As long as you are being true to yourself, you will always find happiness. And, P.S., life rocks after high school!
source: www.parade.com
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