Almost 30 years ago, Adam Pascal auditioned for an off-Broadway musical on a whim. He ended up originating the role of Roger, an HIV-positive songwriter-musician, in the original 1996 cast of Jonathan Larson's groundbreaking musical Rent. Adam, 51, would go on to play Roger in the original London cast and reprise the role for the 2005 movie. His theatrical career also includes starring roles in Aida, Cabaret, Chicago, Memphis and more. Because of Rent, I've had a really wonderful career, Adam, a divorced father of two sons, tells Closer. I'm so proud and so grateful. The Tony-nominated performer is currently starring as Edward Lewis in the U.S. national tour of Pretty Woman: The Musical. I've been having an incredible time, says Adam, who shares the stage with Olivia Valli, the granddaughter of the Four Seasons' Frankie Valli, as Vivian.
It's been nearly 25 years since you first starred in Rent. Do you look back on those early days fondly?
Oh, yes, absolutely. And I'm constantly reminded of them. We went to a cabaret the other night, and one of the songs the performers did was Rent's La Vie Bohème. The whole place was up on their feet, singing and dancing. Honestly, I just couldn't help but get emotional. I'm part of this thing that is now such a part of history and is beloved by so many people. It took me right back to being in the rehearsal room, learning that song.
It's always managed to remain relevant, says Adam of Rent.
You have played Roger so many times. Have you always felt connected to the character?
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