PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: A Two-Show Day at How to Succeed With Rob Bartlett

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By Matthew Blank
Jul 11, 2011
 
Ever wonder about the routine of a Broadway actor on one of those grueling two-performance days? Rob Bartlett, currently appearing as Mr. Twimble and Wally Womper in the starry revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, offers Playbill.com readers an exclusive look behind the scenes at a recent day at the theatre.

Armed with a digital camera, Bartlett snapped everything from his morning routines (including his work as a radio personality on "Imus in the Morning") to final journey home and introduces us to the colorful guys and gals of the World Wide Wickets company.

Here is a two-show day at How to Succeed with Rob Bartlett:


PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: A Two-Show Day at How to Succeed With Rob Bartlett

PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: A Two-Show Day at How to Succeed With Rob Bartlett

Broadway favorite Rob Bartlett, currently appearing as Mr. Twimble and Wally Womper in the starry revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, offers Playbill.com readers an exclusive look at a recent two-show day, from morning wakeup and pre-theatre radio duties to final bow.

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Hi Diddlee Dee, an actor’s life for me! On Wednesdays, I get to sleep until 4... AM!
Hi Diddlee Dee, an actor’s life for me! On Wednesdays, I get to sleep until 4... AM! Rob Bartlett
In the first of two makeup chairs I will occupy this day, at Fox, where we simulcast the TV portion of the "Imus In The Morning" radio program. Chris and Bismarck attempt to make me look like Gary Busey...
In the first of two makeup chairs I will occupy this day, at Fox, where we simulcast the TV portion of the "Imus In The Morning" radio program. Chris and Bismarck attempt to make me look like Gary Busey... Rob Bartlett
... which they do, brilliantly.
... which they do, brilliantly. Rob Bartlett
In the Fox Green Room, Carley, our PA and on-air correspondent, gets advice from The Robio. I like to help the young kids navigate their way through this soul-crushing business, while also letting them know it’s the greatest business in the world.
In the Fox Green Room, Carley, our PA and on-air correspondent, gets advice from The Robio. I like to help the young kids navigate their way through this soul-crushing business, while also letting them know it’s the greatest business in the world. Rob Bartlett
On set, getting into character. I tap into my "inner child." CHILD = "Creative, Hamish Instinct, Lovingly Displayed."
On set, getting into character. I tap into my "inner child." CHILD = "Creative, Hamish Instinct, Lovingly Displayed." Rob Bartlett
After the radio show is over at 10 AM, I walk the three blocks from the Fox Studios to the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. I’m almost always late for half hour. I like to walk slowly.
After the radio show is over at 10 AM, I walk the three blocks from the Fox Studios to the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. I’m almost always late for half hour. I like to walk slowly. Rob Bartlett
In just a little while, these beautiful seats will be filled by the beautiful bums of our beautiful audience. We have the greatest fans on Broadway, hands down.
In just a little while, these beautiful seats will be filled by the beautiful bums of our beautiful audience. We have the greatest fans on Broadway, hands down. Rob Bartlett
John Larroquette, one of the single funniest humans on the planet, is always backstage to welcome me. We share a "moment" before every show... and usually, a couple of really filthy jokes.
John Larroquette, one of the single funniest humans on the planet, is always backstage to welcome me. We share a "moment" before every show... and usually, a couple of really filthy jokes. Rob Bartlett
Shannon Hammons, Jim Athens, Pat Sosnow and The Great Michael Passaro, (It’s actually part of his legal name, I saw his driver’s license) our crack Stage Management team, are always working... except for when they’re enjoying some tasteful internet porn.
Shannon Hammons, Jim Athens, Pat Sosnow and The Great Michael Passaro, (It’s actually part of his legal name, I saw his driver’s license) our crack Stage Management team, are always working... except for when they’re enjoying some tasteful internet porn. Rob Bartlett
Marty Lawson, one of the Olympic Athletes we call a Male Ensemble Member. He has to shave before every performance.
Marty Lawson, one of the Olympic Athletes we call a Male Ensemble Member. He has to shave before every performance. Rob Bartlett
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Bartlett's Broadway credits include More to Love, Amos in Chicago, Mushnik in Little Shop of Horrors, Speed in The Odd Couple and Herman in Sweet Charity. He is a writer and performer on the nationally syndicated "Imus in the Morning" program.

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Directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Rob Ashford (Parade, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Promises, Promises), How to Succeed features a score by Frank Loesser with a book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert. Daniel Radcliffe ("Harry Potter," Equus) stars as J. Pierrepont Finch with Emmy Award-winning actor John Larroquette ("Night Court") as World Wide Wicket Company president J.B. Biggley, Emmy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Tammy Blanchard (Gypsy, "Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows") as office bombshell Hedy La Rue, Christopher J. Hanke (In My Life, Cry-Baby) as Bud Frump, Rose Hemingway (Parade at the Mark Taper Forum) in her Broadway debut as Rosemary Pilkington, Rob Bartlett (Chicago, Little Shop of Horrors) as Twimble/Wally Womper, Mary Faber (American Idiot, Avenue Q) as Smitty, Ellen Harvey (Thou Shalt Not, The Music Man) as Miss Jones and Michael Park (Middletown) as Bert Bratt.

For tickets, priced $52-$132, phone (212) 239-6200 or visit Telecharge. The Al Hirschfeld Theatre is located at 302 West 45th Street.

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