The Parchment

Amber Hamilton boasts the distinction of being the only performer to have appeared in both of MTC’s world premiere stage productions, having appeared as Susan in LIE WITH ME last year. Currently she’s bringing to life the character of Beth. Here’s what she has to say about the experience…

Without giving too much away, what is your favorite aspect of the character you are portraying in DITCH?

I respect that Beth was brave enough to walk away from the altar to follow her heart and find true love. I love how quick she is to forgive and constantly seeks to find the good in everyone. She’s optimistic and fights for what she feels in her heart even when the odds are against her.

If you could play any role written for the opposite sex, what role would that be?

I’d be Bill [from DITCH]…or really I just want to be Todd so I can be funny.

What’s your favorite thing to do when you’re not working/rehearsing?

I finally get to read something besides my script! My favorite thing to do is curl up with a good movie and a big bowl of popcorn. Catching up on sleep has also been nice.

What was the first play you remember seeing?

CATS!

Do you have any upcoming projects you’d like to share?

Filming a short film titled “Tom Fool and the Ballad of the Lost Sparrow” about a happless clown, incapable of emotion, who learns to connect with the outside world through a brief yet dynamic encounter with a lost sparrow (me).

What is your dream project?

Me in a love triangle with Ryan Gosling and Christian Bale. Just kidding. Ok…I’m not kidding, but seriously my dream is to just be able to keep doing what I love, which is acting and performing. I feel extremely lucky to have this opportunity, and I hope there are many more to come!

DITCH runs through February 28th. Come on out and see how much fun Amber and the rest of the cast are having!