Lea Michele has believed a relative broadway Powerhouse for inspiring his latest stage role.
In his conversation with PEOPLE MagazineMichele revealed that she was Idina Menzel, her former on-screen mother from Joywho sparked his desire to join the new broadway resurgence of Chess.
Of note, Menzel played Florence Vassy in a concert of the show in London in 2008.
“I heard Idina Menzel sing [the Chess number] ‘Nobody’s Side,’ and I said, ‘I have to sing that song every night,’” Michele recalled.
Furthermore, the tony The candidate added that she has been moved by the number of Joy alumni are currently thriving broadway stages.
“I mean, Jonathan[Groff]He’s here with me tonight and I talked to Darren. [Criss]and I’m so excited for Kevin. [McHale]”he shared.
“Glee has the most incredible cast with…talented people, so it makes sense that we’re all here.”
