What is it like playing the part of Christine Daae in the Phantom of the Opera?
Ana: It’s wonderfully exciting and rewarding, but also hard work as the role is very demanding vocally (I have to sing from an A below middle C to an E above top C), physically and emotionally. After understudying the role in London and being the alternate on the World Touring Production I am thrilled to now be living my dream, playing the Principal Christine in my home country. B&L: Have you always wanted to be a singer? Ana: Yes. When I was eight I saw the movie version of the musical ‘Annie’ and was completely inspired. That was when I decided I wanted to be a singer. My parents bought me the recording and I sang the songs over and over. I then began singing and piano lessons. I am very fortunate to have very supportive parents who saw something special and always believed in me. B&L: Tell us about the Green Room Awards Ana: The Green Room Awards are for excellence on the Melbourne professional stage, it is a prestigious industry award. I was fortunate enough to be nominated this ye
