Before you catch Kinky Boots at Marina Bay Sands, here's a primer: The world-renowned musical, with music penned by Cyndi Lauper, is set in England, and is about Charlie Price, who inherits a fledgling shoe factory that is on the brink of shutting down. But when he encounters drag performer Lola and his entourage, and begins making shoes for them, things take on a new life. We spoke to Derek Brazeau and Philip Stock, who play characters who are part of Lola's flamboyant and lively entourage of Angels. Here are six things to know about the celebrated musical.
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1/51/5#1: The drag costumes consist of boots, and they go through tons of them. -
2/52/5#2: The boots are cool, but can be rough. -
3/53/5#3: Wardrobe malfunctions happen. -
4/54/5#4: Here's what thespians look out for when they arrive in a new place. -
5/55/5#5: Here’s their warm up — Beyonce is involved.