Premiering Sunday 3/15/26 Over the past few weeks, we’ve begun sharing a new series here in the Living Strong Community called Voices of Starlight—conversations with artists who helped bring the extraordinary musical Starlight Express to life on stages around the world. This Sunday, we’ll release the next conversation in the series, featuring Reva Rice. Many members of the Starlight community will remember Reva from her remarkable performances as Pearl in the Broadway production of Starlight Express and on the U.S. National Tour. Today, her journey with the show continues in a beautiful way as she performs the role of Mama in the legendary Bochum production in Germany. During our conversation, Reva shared the story of how her Starlight journey first began. We talked about: • how she first discovered the Starlight Express audition • what the audition process was like • her memories of stepping into the role of Pearl on Broadway • the challenges and lessons that came from performing in such a demanding and unique show • the moment Starlight returned to her life when she was invited to play Mama in Bochum • and what the Starlight community and experience have meant to her over the years. As with the other interviews in this series, the conversation is presented in a very natural way with minimal editing so that the humanity of the conversation—memories, reflections, and stories—can be experienced as authentically as possible. The interview will premiere here in the community this Sunday. I’m deeply grateful to our Living Strong Community members, and especially our Premier members, whose support helps make projects like this possible. If you’ve already seen the first two interviews in the series with Kelly Holmes and Janeen & George Livings, I’d love to hear what stood out to you. And when the conversation with Reva is released on Sunday, I hope you’ll join us and share your reflections as well. Living Strong.

I’m excited to share another conversation from the Voices of Starlight series on the Starlight Express Alumni Podcast. In this interview, I had the pleasure of reconnecting with George Livings and Janine Amico, two Starlight Express alumni who not only shared the experience of being part of that extraordinary production — but also went on to build a life together. Today they’ve been together nearly 30 years and have raised two children. In this conversation, George and Janine reflect on: • Their memories of the Starlight Express years • The friendships and experiences that came from that time • How those early years shaped who they became later in life • And what it’s like looking back on that journey today There were several moments during this conversation that really touched my heart, and I’m grateful that we were able to capture their reflections and stories. This is exactly what the Voices of Starlight series is about — preserving the journeys of the artists who helped bring that incredible show to life and exploring how those experiences continue to shape our lives today. 🎥 Watch the interview below. And after you watch it, I’d love to hear from you. What stood out to you the most from George and Janine’s story? Was there something they shared that surprised you, inspired you, or made you reflect on your own journey? Share your thoughts in the comments — I’m looking forward to hearing what resonated with you. Let’s keep the Voices of Starlight alive.

Six years ago, I had the privilege of sitting down with a man whose quiet influence shaped one of the most extraordinary theatrical experiences of our generation. Michal Fraley was not just a skate coach. He was a guide. A craftsman. A steady presence in the storm of one of the most physically demanding shows ever created. Born on September 1, 1959, in Santa Rosa, California, Michal’s journey would carry him across continents and into the core of Starlight Express history. What many may not know is that his role went far beyond teaching performers how to skate. He became the resident skate coach for multiple productions around the world — including the United States, the United Kingdom, Las Vegas, touring companies, and the long-running production in Bochum, Germany. For decades, if you stepped into Starlight Express, you likely stepped through Michal’s training. He taught balance. He taught fear management. He taught discipline under pressure. And in a show where speed and spectacle could easily overpower substance, Michal insisted on control, awareness, and artistry. That’s what made him special. He understood that skating wasn’t just technical — it was emotional. Performers arrived talented but often terrified. He guided them through that transformation. He helped them find confidence on wheels. He helped them trust themselves. In our interview six years ago, we spoke about more than choreography and technique. We spoke about the arc of the performer’s journey — how mastering the physical demands of the show mirrors mastering life itself. Fear. Frustration. Breakthrough. Growth. Grace under pressure. Michal later captured many of his reflections in his memoir, Skating the Starlight Express, where he wrote about the deeper lessons hidden inside the work — how the struggle to stay upright on wheels is not so different from the struggle to stay centered in life.

I’m excited to share a new conversation from the Voices of Starlight series on the Starlight Express Alumni Podcast. In this episode, I sit down with @Kelly Holmes and we reflect on her journey through Starlight Express — the dreams, the challenges, the friendships, and the defining moments that came from being part of that extraordinary experience. I hope you enjoy the conversation. 🎥 Watch the interview below. And I’m curious… What experience in your life shaped who you became years later? Let’s talk about it in the comments. The Voices of Starlight are Sponsored by members of the Living Strong Community

About six years ago, I had the privilege of interviewing 37 Starlight Express alumni. We laughed. We remembered. We reflected on what that season of life meant to each of us. Since then, some of those voices have gone quiet. Before I begin sharing new interviews as part of Voices of Starlight, I want to pause and honor the alumni and members of our Starlight family who are no longer with us. This video is for them. We honor: Michael Sundin Michael Scott Gregory Nils Seibaek Kevyn Waby Michael Carl King Stevie Woods Abraham Osuagwu Tony Millett Jimmie Earl Perry Marc-Anthony Satan Michael Staniforth William "Bill" Christopher Frey Annemiek Kloek Ken Rose Christopher Todd Danny Strayhorn Tom Jobe Mark Villa Rodney McGuire Victor L. Butler Barry K. Bernal Glenn Neate Philip Clayton Stephanie Lawrence Derick McNally Erin Lordan Tobby Lee Hutaff Ricardo (Villareal) Santo Roger Kachel Robert S Drummond III Lovette George Martin Boothe David Reynolds Matt Beadle Ray Strachan Geoffrey Abbott Richard Amiel Dustin Dubreuil Rebekka Gibbs Chris Hornby Steven M Schultz Neale Pirie Wilton Anderson Frankie Braxton Maru Duenas Sean Garvey Kevin Neil Cheatham Simon Caine Richie Pitts Graham Martin Samantha Foxx Nolan Federick Lon Satton Preston Simpson Kirsty Wone Ron Garza C.C. Brown Tim Noble David Enriquez Michal Fraley Shezwae Powell Eddie Kemp Philip Edwards Marvin Engran Ron Morgan Richard Bodkin Spencer Stafford Ian Freeman Lee Lomas Paul Reeves Ian Cross Each name represents a life that helped shape something extraordinary. For those of us who were part of Starlight Express, we understand what that bond meant — the discipline, the travel, the late nights, the friendships that crossed countries and decades. And to the young performers skating the show today — and those who will in the future — you are carrying forward something built by these very artists. You are standing on the shoulders of people who gave their talent, their strength, and their heart to this production.