Theater
The guitarist comes to Broadway by way of Fifth Harmony and CeeLo Green tours.
Then I checked my junk mailbox, and theres a letter from David, she tells Bustle.
He’s like, Hi, my name’s David Byrne.
I’mlooking for a guitar playerand I saw your video and I really liked it.
Would you be able to come to New York and meet me in person?
(And yes, five days a week, with two back-to-back shows on Saturdays.)
Once I started doingAmerican Utopia, I canceled my gym membership, jokes Swan, whos 39.
You see, people are kind of fidgety.
They want to move earlier than that in the show, says theMilwaukee native.
After the all-clear, the room starts to feel more like a tiny nightclub than a 94-year-old Broadway theater.
I’ve seen people going wild, she says.
American Utopiais far from Swans first high-profile gig.
But even with that stellar CV,American Utopiahas still provided a few pinch me moments.
I know Clive Owen was in the audience the other night, Swan adds.
Im like, Damn.
American Utopiais set to end its current run in April, and Swan is already looking to the future.
For now, though, I want this show to run as long as possible, Swan says.
Then I’m hoping Im going to stay in New York and just take it day by day.
Four years after that missed email, its an attitude thats never steered her wrong.
Below, learn more about Swan in the Bustle Booth.
In the Bustle Booth
What’s your coffee order?
Cortado with oat milk and two (or five) raw sugars.
What are the saved weather locations on your phone?
This almost feels like an identity theft question.
Lets just say where I am, where Ive been, and where Id like to be.
Favorite overused movie quote?
I believe the amazing Keanu Reeves has said Whoa in almost every movie Ive seen of his.
What was your favorite cartoon as a kid?
The Ren & Stimpy Show.
Whats one band or song you’re currently obsessed with?
Poolsides Cant Stop Your Lovin.
Who is your celeb idol?
I dont idolize celebrities (anymore; I did when I was younger).
Billy Idol is cool though!
If you had to be on a reality TV show, what would it be?
Hopefully the last one ever created, haha!
Barracuda by Heart or Kiss From a Rose by Seal.
Whats something thats inspiring you lately?
The strength and resilience I see in my surrounding peers and loved ones.
What is something you would want people to say about you?
Angies a real one.
American Utopiais currently playing at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th St.) in New York City.
