Due to an unfortunate dictaphone malfunction, our interview with Chris Price was not recorded. Talking to Chris was fantastic. He was as full of life and as charming as his character. He seemed on a total high after the production, and his enthusiasm was infectious.
When asked whether he found it hard playing a comedic role within the confines of a potentially traumatic situation, he said ‘not at all’. He explained how remaining emotionally distant from the medical issues allowed him to fully embrace the innocence and care-free nature of Dan. Getting too emotionally involved could have potentially changed Dan’s untroubled persona.
We were curious whether Dan had changed over the year, and Chris talked animatedly about the growth of his character. Chris said Dan had developed as his performance became more refined, and his presentation of Dan changed from night to night. The chemistry between Chris and Scott allowed them to successfully improvise and play around with the characterisation of Dan and Cuddy. I was intrigued to know what Chris was like as a 12 year old boy. Was he as cheeky and lovable as Dan? ‘Yeah I was pretty similar’ was our answer. He played such a convincing mischievous boy of 12; it would be hard to imagine him as a shy and retiring youth!
Finally, when questioned if he missed Dan after performances finished, Chris responded with a cheeky smile and an enthused ‘Of course!’ He has played Dan for over a year now, and it is extremely obvious Chris is as much a part of Dan, as Dan is of Chris: A big friendly bundle of energy.
Kat Bishop
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