Chris Messersmith
Meet Chris Messersmith, a long-time Pegasus actor and audience favorite!
How long have you been involved in theatre?
My 3rd grade Christmas play. I wrote and directed my first play in 5th grade, a historical epic on the assassination of Lincoln. (I played Booth as well.)
How long have you been involved with Pegasus Theatre?
My first show was A Trifle Dead!, 27 years ago.
Any favorite moments so far with Pegasus that stand out for you?
The meet and greet with the audience after the show
You’re currently in rehearsals for Death Is a Bad Habit! Tell us something interesting about rehearsals, perhaps something you especially like about them, or a favorite moment?
I was given a prop to play with, not always a good idea.
What do you do when you aren’t working with Pegasus?
Writing and auditioning, working on art projects
Looking back at all your experiences, who would you say has influenced you the most in your theatrical career?
My father. When he was a kid he ran away and joined the circus, twice.
What comes next for you?
What did you have in mind?
See Chris as “William the groundskeeper” in Death is a Bad Habit! running through January 24, 2016 at the Eisemann Center in Richardson. To purchase tickets, call 972-744-4650 or visit www.eisemanncenter.com