From The Boston Globe · · 1m 10s
Laura Benanti’s solo show: Nobody cares
Laura Benanti’s comedy show challenges her own people-pleasing habits with a message that’s both personal and universal.
In brief
Laura Benanti’s comedy show challenges her own people-pleasing habits with a message that’s both personal and universal. Laura Benanti’s solo show, 'Nobody Cares,' addresses her lifelong tendency to people-pleasing through humor and self-reflection. Originally reported by The Boston Globe.
Laura Benanti’s show
Laura Benanti, a Tony-winning Broadway performer with five nominations and one win, created a solo show for Audible Originals.
“i don’t know if a middle-aged white lady is the voice people are clamoring for right now”
Pandemic pause
Benanti paused writing her show during the pandemic, then had to complete it after being asked to deliver.
“i just kind of stopped writing it, and then they called and were like, remember when we paid you and you didn’t do it”
The show’s theme
Benanti’s show focuses on her people-pleasing habits, which she says destroyed relationships when she prioritized others’ feelings.
“the worst thing i’ve ever done in my whole life was because i didn’t want to hurt somebody’s feelings”
Audience impact
Benanti says the show resonates with young women, who find it funny and relatable, while men also enjoy it.
“i say at the very end to young women in the audience, let this be a cautionary tale”
Musical collaboration
Benanti co-wrote original songs with composer Todd Almond, blending pop, country, and disco styles.
“todd almond, a collaborator she calls magic and otherworldly”
Self-discovery
Benanti describes the show as shedding her people-pleasing persona, revealing her true self through humor and honesty.
“i think as actors, we spend a lot of time waiting for people to write us the perfect vehicle”
Ticket pricing
The show runs Thursday through Sunday at the Calderwood Pavilion with tickets priced from $45 to $109.
“tickets $45-$109”
The bottom line
Laura Benanti’s solo show, 'Nobody Cares,' addresses her lifelong tendency to people-pleasing through humor and self-reflection.
