Norbert Leo Butz and Lauren Kennedy reunite to reflect on their journey as the original Cathy and Jamie in The Last Five Years. They share behind-the-scenes stories about the show’s development, including how Jason Robert Brown shaped the music around their performances. The conversation explores the challenges of performing such an emotionally intense two-person musical, the struggles of engaging audiences with its unconventional structure, and how the show deeply influenced their personal and professional lives.
Norbert Leo Butz is a two-time Tony Award-winning actor known for his powerhouse performances in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Catch Me If You Can, and My Fair Lady. A versatile performer across stage and screen, he has appeared in TV series such as Bloodline, Fosse/Verdon, and Debris.
Lauren Kennedy, a celebrated Broadway actress, is known for her roles in Sunset Boulevard, Side Show, and Spamalot. Beyond performing, she has made a name for herself as a producer and director, shaping the next generation of theater artists.
