Andy Kelso
It doesn't look like Andy Kelso will be kicking off his high heels anytime soon –
and I don't think he'd have it any other way! Star of the Tony Award-winning hit
Kinky Boots, Kelso has been bringing down the Price & Sons shoe factory eight
times a week. He made his Broadway debut as Sky in Mamma Mia, then went
on to play Fiyero in the first national tour of Wicked. Off stage, Andy is
celebrating his one year anniversary with his stunning wife Sheila Coyle! On
stage and off, he is a force and we're thrilled to have him On the Couch.
What do you consider to be your best asset?
My unmatched talent for navigating questionnaire interviews.
What was your proudest moment?
Not screwing anything up (that was caught on camera) during the Tony Awards telecast!!!
What is your favorite drink?
Scotch…something smokey
What is your favorite food?
Italian
What is your favorite condiment?
Stone ground mustard
What is your current obsession?
Podcasts. Right now it’s Dan Carlin’s ‘Hardcore History'
If you could give up one of your vices, what would it be?
Facebook
What is the one professional accomplishment you long for most?
Inspiring, consistent work and to never have to have a ‘survival job’ again.
What is the one thing you waste too much money on?
Technology. Whether is a computer, a camera, or a record player, I always convince myself that I MUST have the best of the best…which is totally not true.
What is the one activity you waste too much time doing?
If you knew how long it is taking me to fill out this simple questionnaire….
What do you consider to be the single greatest threat to your health?
6 inch heels!!
What is the single best trait you inherited or learned from your parents?
Kindness
What is the single worst trait you inherited or learned from your parents
Decision making when it comes the stupid things like “where should we go for dinner?”. This question will never get answered and is THE WORST.
What in the world most thrills you?
Travel.
What current trend in popular culture most irritates you?
Reality TV. I thought it would be something that came and went, but it won’t go away!!!!
What was the single most embarrassing moment you've ever experienced on the job?
I “went up” on the lyrics during the duet section of ‘As Long As You’re Mine’ in Wicked. It threw both of us off and for about a decade, we sang “blah, blah,blah” in harmony until we finally got back on track. I thought for sure my life/career was over.
What is your favorite place in the world?
Cheesy as it is, it could be anywhere if I’m with Sheila, my wife. But to be more specific…I love it here right now: Fall in NYC! However, we're heading to Italy in a couple weeks and if what I’ve heard is true, that MAY become the front runner.
What is the most important trait you seek in a romantic partner?
Sense of humor.
Do you prefer the company of dogs or cats?
Dogs!
What would have to happen to make today the best day of your life?
Hmmm….Surprise Radiohead Album, Broncos win the Super Bowl, book a hit new tv show/broadway show/film, date night with dinner next to an outdoor fire, chat with a legend like Paul McCartney, all of my tv shows have season premiers, and CHRISTMAS!
What is your personal motto?
Everything in its right place.