Meet Anna: Phoebe Strole

What are three words that describe your character in Spring Awakening?
Smart. Bossy. Christian.

What are the top five most played tracks from any CD! on your iPod or CD player?
"American Tune," by Eva Cassidy.
"Company in My Back," by Wilco.
"Right Through You," by Alanis Morissette
"Running Up That Hill," by Kate Bush
"Tyler," by the Toadies.

What do you always carry with you in your bag or pocket?
iPod, Chapstick, bank card.

What's your favorite pig out food?
Annie's white cheddar mac and cheese, chips and guacamole, Mallomars.

Tell us a special talent you have besides singing, acting and dancing.
I'm a good doodler.

Name your greatest indulgence.
iTunes music store.

Do you have a pet? What kind and what's his/her name?
No pets.

Who inspires you? Is there an actor that you look up to?
Laura Linney, Marlon Brando, Meryl Streep, Amy Sedaris.

What dressing room item do you consider essential?
Electric kettle and lots of tea.

If you were a super hero, what would your super power be?
Flying.

Which Hollywood star do you have a crush on?
Daniel Craig.

What's the most outrageous reaction you've had about the show?
My mom cried for about two hours. After.

Tell us your favorite…
Broadway show other than Spring Awakening!: West Side Story.
Broadway star: Christine Ebersole.
Movie: Pee-Wee's Big Adventure.
TV show: Strangers With Candy, Curb Your Enthusiasm.
Musician or band: I don't play favorites.
Celebrity: Stephen Spinella.

What's the best part about being in Spring Awakening?
Being in an amazing show that I can pour my heart and soul into every night.

How has being in Spring Awakening changed you?
I've redefined my definition of what a musical "should" be, and I've learned how to rock out with a microphone. It's a powerful thing!