<p>In this episode, I sit down with the actress Anna Lea who embodies Penelope in <em>EPIC: The Musical, </em>a character known for her quiet strength, complex emotional landscape, and the kind of inner conflict that unfolds through breath, silence, and song. </p><p>Together, we trace the artistry behind her performance: how she builds Penelope’s emotional duality, the choices she makes to portray someone torn between waiting and moving, and how music becomes the heartbeat of that journey.</p><p>We dig into the subtle craft of storytelling through stillness, the power of restraint, and the unexpected places where courage shows up in her arc. </p><p>She shares how she balances vulnerability with intention, how she interprets the musical motifs woven through Penelope’s world, and how she channels both softness and steel into the character’s evolution.</p><p>This conversation is a deep, thoughtful exploration of character-building, musical interpretation, and the emotional truths that shape epic stories. </p><p>Whether you’re a theatre fan, a performer, or a storyteller chasing nuance, this episode is packed with insights that’ll stick with you long after the final note.</p><p></p>