Company Interviews: Michael Chiem as Le Beau & Silvius
We asked Michael Chiem, who plays Le Beau and Silvius in our production of As You Like It, a few questions about himself, his characters, and music...
Michael Cheim as Silvius. Photo by Kyle Purcell.
What might people be interested to know about your take on your characters?
I see Le Beau as the rabbit from Alice in Wonderland. His boss is a tyrant so the stakes are always super high and he’s constantly in a hurry. For Silvius, I think he has the spirit of a golden retriever, loyal, innocent, and loving.
What’s the best line in the play?
“She Phoebe’s me.”
Did you ever write love poetry? Tell us about it!
I didn’t write poetry, but when I was at youth camp I’d carve out hearts in jello cups and apples, and then send them to my crushes. The camp counsellors gave me a “Romantic of the Week” award!
What is your favourite 1960's love song?
Cupid by Sam Cooke
If you could see one band/musician at any time in the past, present, or future, who would that be?
Frank Ocean
What are you most excited for people to see in this production?
The dancing!
I see Le Beau as the rabbit from Alice in Wonderland. His boss is a tyrant so the stakes are always super high and he’s constantly in a hurry. For Silvius, I think he has the spirit of a golden retriever, loyal, innocent, and loving.
What’s the best line in the play?
“She Phoebe’s me.”
Did you ever write love poetry? Tell us about it!
I didn’t write poetry, but when I was at youth camp I’d carve out hearts in jello cups and apples, and then send them to my crushes. The camp counsellors gave me a “Romantic of the Week” award!
What is your favourite 1960's love song?
Cupid by Sam Cooke
If you could see one band/musician at any time in the past, present, or future, who would that be?
Frank Ocean
What are you most excited for people to see in this production?
The dancing!