EDGE Interview: Megan Hilty – Stardom Becomes Her

EDGE: How do you approach a character that is polar opposite of you?

Megan Hilty: It's really fun to play a character that says and does things that I would never do in real life. And, of course, everyone's entitled to their feelings about her, but I can't judge her when I play her. I don't see her as a villain. I can't. I try to approach it by asking why she does these things. Where does that come from? I try to look at it that way instead of putting judgment or labels on her.

EDGE: Do you have a favorite musical number?

Megan Hilty: They're all my favorites for different reasons, but my first number is probably the most fun I've ever had on stage in a musical. I don't want to give anything away, but the show is full of surprises.

EDGE: We all love a star-studded cast – what is it like to work with Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, and Michelle Willams?

Megan Hilty: I feel so lucky to be surrounded by the best in the business. Jennifer Smart is a comedic genius, as is Christopher Seber. And hello, I get to be sung to by Michelle Williams every night. It's the most amazing thing. And this ensemble is one of the most incredibly talented and gorgeous ensembles you could ever imagine.

EDGE: We would all love to find the potion for eternal youth, but if given the chance, would you drink it?

Megan Hilty: No way. It's funny; this musical has pushed me in the opposite direction because I'm no stranger to Botox and filler. For the last year, I thought I didn't want to torture myself anymore. I'm just going to take a break from all of it.

Megan Hilty stars in "Death Becomes Her" at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 West 45th Street, New York City, New York. For more information, visit the show's website.