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BRITTANY LEAKS
(THAXTON)

BRITTANY & TINA

Roughly, when did you work/study/perform with Tina? (years?)

2005-2010

Did you take voice lessons with Tina?

Yes

Did you take acting lessons with Tina?

Yes

 

What is your favorite memory of your time with Tina?

So many come to mind, but Thoroughly Modern Millie has to take the cake!

What was your favorite song that you sang for Tina?

I could never really sing from A Chorus Line.

Did you perform in any community theater musicals with Tina? If so, which ones?

Thoroughly Modern Millie, Crazy for You, A Chorus Line, A Christmas Carol, just to name a few!

 

At which theaters did you perform for Tina?

 

Playhouse 1960.

What is the most valuable lesson you learned from Tina?

Confidence! You helped me grow to be so confident, while always remembering to stay humble.

What did you go on to do in life/career?

I’m now a speech language pathologist, helping adults with accent modification. I work with people all over the world, including many actors, on how to create a Standard American English accent or help them create various accents. I also stay at home with my 3 precious children and am a photographer.

What is your favorite memory of Manny?

Honestly, one of my favorite memories was him driving Corey Hartzog and me to a high school homecoming dance! Haha it was a night I will never forget 😊

 

Is there anything you'd like to say to Tina on the occasion of her retirement?

Tina, congratulations on such an amazing milestone! You have helped countless people, both on and off stage, more than you will ever know. You are a true gift to the arts and your love for it will never be forgotten. Thank you for sharing your talents and love with so many people.

Is there anything else you'd like to say?

I hope you enjoy the next adventure of your life and keep having fun!

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