I do think musical-theater actors can get a bad rap, and I see why. There is a certain slickness – theres nothing better than an amazing musical, but an okay musical can be one of the worst times youve ever had. – Laura Benanti
My mother was an actress and my voice teacher, an incredible voice teacher. My biological father is an actor, and my stepfather, who raised me along with my mother, is a psychotherapist. I was always supported in creative ventures. – Laura Benanti