Tracee Chimo Reveals Her Best Backstage Friend (and More!) at FALLEN ANGELS
Tracee last appeared on Broadway in Noises Off in 2015.
We all know how much hard work goes into the performances that audiences see eight times a week on Broadway. When they're not giving it their all onstage, most performers are backstage doing what it takes to stay happy, healthy, and ready to go between scenes. In Words From The Wings, BroadwayWorld is taking fans behind the curtain to shine a spotlight on the everyday routines that keep Broadway stars moving.
In this edition, we catch up with Tracee Chimo, who plays Saunders in the Broadway production of Fallen Angels. Below, she takes us backstage at the Todd Haimes Theatre (with photos by Jennifer Broski) to share some of her favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!
Tracee recently recurred in the limited series “Dying for Sex” opposite Michelle Williams and Jenny Slate. She is known for her recurring roles on “Madam Secretary” and “Orange Is the New Black.” She was a series regular on the TBS series “People of Earth” produced by Conan O'Brien and Greg Daniels, and appeared as "Gertrude Stein" in the Emmy Award nominated series “Genius: Picasso” opposite Antonio Banderas, and recurred on Hulu's “Difficult People.” She can be seen in the film The Sound of Silence, alongside Peter Sarsgaard, and in the Netflix film Private Life opposite Paul Giamatti and Kathryn Hahn, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Other film credits include Clint Eastwood's Sully, Black Box, Concussion, and The Five Year Engagement. Tracee is a Broadway Darling with starring roles in the Tony nominated productions of Noises Off, The Heidi Chronicles, Harvey, and Irena's Vow. She played the lead role of "Daphna" in the off-Broadway production of Bad Jews, winning her the Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk Awards for Lead actress.
What’s the first thing you do when you arrive to the theatre?
PEE! I come in from Queens and always have to run to the bathroom after my train ride.
What’s the last thing you do before you go on stage?
Say “good show” to Dora our ASM and Rachel my dresser. Then I check in with Hilda, the beautiful plus size pinup model I asked the props team to add to Saunders’ kitchen. Hilda and Saunders are basically the same person. Look her up…Hilda the plus size pinup by Duane Bryers.
What’s your must-have backstage snack?
Walnuts! And Purely Elizabeth granola.
Pre-show ritual that others may think is weird?
Well, I have OCD and have to make sure my street shoes are touching before I leave the dressing room.
What are five must-haves in your dressing room?
Face spray by Mario Badescu (Rose scented), a knee brace (I have arthritis from past injuries), a cozy Snoopy blanket from home, mouthwash, and framed pictures of my children and husband!
What’s your favorite moment from the show to watch from the wings?
Rosie doing her drunken dance to the telephone ringing.
What has been your favorite backstage moment in your time with this show so far?
Literally every moment I’ve ever had backstage with Chris Fitzgerald has been my favorite because he makes me laugh so much. And every moment I have with Richard our brilliant Wig Master because he has the BEST stories from his long career.
About Fallen Angels
Fallen Angels stars Golden Globe-winner Rose Byrne as “Jane Banbury” and Tony Award-winner Kelli O’Hara as “Julia Sterroll," Drama Desk Award-winner Tracee Chimo as “Saunders”, Emmy Award-winner Mark Consuelos as “Maurice Duclos” making his Broadway debut, Tony Award-nominee & Drama Desk Award-winner Christopher Fitzgerald as “Willy Banbury”, and Obie Award-winner Aasif Mandvi as “Fred Sterroll.”
The creative team for Fallen Angels includes: David Rockwell (Set Design), Jeff Mahshie (Costume Design), Kenneth Posner (Lighting Design), and John Gromada (Sound Design). Casting is by Carrie Gardner and Stephen Kopel.
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