Interview: Melissa Gilbert becomes intimate for stationary and reveals a tempting dream – tathermania.com

Ever since she starred in the role of Laura Ingles Wilder in the popular NBC series PrairieMelissa Gilbert continues to work constantly on stage and screen. Her most new project is the return of the applauded game of Lia Romeo Stillin which she plays Helen, a lonely woman who reunite with an old flame from 30 years ago played by Desperate hosts The star Mark Moses, just to find their various political views, can interfere with true happiness.

Theater talks with Gilbert about why she chose this project, what it is like working with Moses and performing intimate scenes and what she shows that she would like to do with her husband, actor and producer Timothy Busfield.

This conversation has been condensed and edited for clarityS

What made you want to do Still?

I had many reasons to want to do this game. First, I think it’s beautifully written and this is an important story, especially in this political climate. How to find a common ground? How do we love each other even if we have political differences? This question is at the forefront of everything right now.

What were the other reasons for making the play?

I am fascinated by the idea of ​​a “soul mate”. Does it exist? Is there really just one person for each of us. I also like to refute the idea that “forged” people have no romantic relationships. We do it. We even still have sex. And at every age, I think we all want someone to share a life.

Is it challenging to deal with two people?

I’ve been this time before. I even made a show for a man a few years ago. But yes, Mark and I have been over 60 years old and with two -time there is a lot more for each of us to remember. It took us a while, but we are old theater battleships and finally started. I think we’re doing great now.

Did you find similarities between you and Helen?

Yes. She is a writer; I’m a writer. She has a sharp sense of humor that I appreciate. She can sometimes be too independent, which I can be. Sometimes I forget that I need people. When I am in operating mode, I get a lot of self -sufficient.

This play was made here in New York last spring with Jane Atkinson in your role, against Tim Dali. Did you have to copy her execution?

No. I think it is an advantage to bring our own interpretation to these roles, and Leah and Adrien Campbell, our director, both were so generous as they allowed us to make changes. It’s so nice to be part of a process of collaboration for something so recently done.

I found that you were surprising and Mark had never worked together in every media.

It would be logical, right. Our paths have passed in so many ways; We have so many mutual friends. And after we started, we were like a family right away. He is so sweet and respectful and fun, plus he has this incredible well of talent and emotion.

The play has some intimate scenes–And intimate clothing. How do you treat this?

I have no choice but to be comfortable. Frankly, I was never excited about such scenes, even when I was 20. And now that I was on my 60s, I was not ready to have to shake a bra and pants every night. But I do not change my diet or my training routine. I’m not a fitness person. I think my body has served me well, so I just hug it. Nevertheless, it is a gradual process. The first time I entered this suit, there were only women in the room. Now I feel more comfortable around the boys – but we will see how I really feel when the audience shows up.

Doing this game means being separate from your husband Timothy Busfield, who produces CEO of the television series Cleaning lady in Albukerke. Have you discussed if you should make this game?

We talked about this wide. In fact, I asked him to read the play to get his opinion on whether it was artistic worth it to be separated. Honestly, I’m inclined to feed without it. But he thought I had to do this game – and he told me to be brilliant. So that’s why I’m going.

Do you have roles on the theater bucket list?

My dream roles have changed over the years. Finally, I had to release Blanche Dubua. But there is still Martha in Who is afraid of Virgina Wolfe? I could do this show with Timmy; I think our marriage can handle it. Plus, I don’t think anyone thought of me about this role. It would be surprising and I love surprising people.