Ben Platt, the Tony-winning star of Dear Evan Hansen, opens up about anxiety, queer songs, and why he couldn't do it without his husband. In a candid interview, Platt reveals how his personal life and creative projects help him navigate the pressures of fame.
Ben Platt on Managing Anxiety with His Husband
Platt describes his relationship with husband Noah Galvin as a huge factor in managing anxiety. "There's still highs and lows, but everything's more in my sights, because I thankfully have him," he says. The actor credits having something creative to focus on as a big help.
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Midnight at the Never Get: A Queer Musical Journey
Platt's new musical, Midnight at the Never Get, takes audiences to a 1960s Greenwich Village gay bar. He plays Trevor, a cabaret crooner who is "effervescent" and wears his heart on his sleeve. The show features songs by Mark Sonnenblick that allow Platt to sing love lyrics to another man for the first time on stage.
"To play a three-dimensional character who is singing expressly queer songs with details of queer romance, it does feel so liberating," Platt explains. The musical is directed by David Cromer, whom Platt praises for his subtle hand.
Comparison: Queer Representation in Theatre
| Show | Year | Queer Lead | Explicit Queer Songs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dear Evan Hansen | 2016 | No | No |
| Midnight at the Never Get | 2024 | Yes | Yes |
| The Prom | 2018 | Yes | Yes |
Key Takeaways from the Interview
- Anxiety management is a constant theme in Platt's life, with his husband as a key support.
- Performing queer songs for the first time is liberating for the actor.
- Platt feels being American is "helpless and scary" amid political shifts.
- Creative projects help Platt stay grounded and focused.
FAQ
FAQ
How does Ben Platt manage his anxiety?
Platt says his relationship with husband Noah Galvin is a huge factor, along with having creative projects to focus on.
What is Midnight at the Never Get about?
It's a musical set in a 1960s Greenwich Village gay bar, following cabaret crooner Trevor, with queer romance and original songs.
Why is singing queer songs important to Ben Platt?
It's liberating for him to play a three-dimensional queer character with explicit queer romance, something he never got to do in his earlier career.
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