Remembering
Connor Harris
.jpg)
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
​
CHATTING IT UP WITH…..Connor Harris
May 18, 2020
7th Grader, Homeschooler
Playing the upcoming roles of both Student Ensemble TTT Senior’s “Freaky Friday” and Zeus in TTT’s Junior’s “Hercules”
TTT: What have been the highlights of your theater journey?
CH: I started with TTT in a production of “Snow White” as the man who tangos with the Evil Queen! It was funny because the Queens, Emma and Grace, were so much taller than me. Another one of my favorite roles was being a Thug in “Rapunzel Unbraided”. I liked it because it was a relaxed part and I had my first solo. I got my first really big part when I was double cast as Conrad Birdie in “Bye Bye Birdie”. It was challenging because I had so many costume changes. I think I made the costume lady mad and she made me do a whole bunch of costume changes!
TTT: What is your dream role? (and from what show)
CH: My dream role is to be in a one man show called “Connor with an O”. I would sing opera rap songs and flying around on a wire system, in case I wanted to fly. I just love to perform. I think if I had an opportunity to do it professionally, to make a living off of what I do, that would be incredible.
TTT: What has been your favorite role you've had so far?
CH: My favorite role so far has been Shrek in “Shrek Jr”. It was also my most challenging role. I had to learn a whole new accent the costume was very intense. I couldn’t hear much cowl covering my ears and sometimes it was hard to breathe with the nose piece on. I loved it because my best friend was one of the Donkey’s and my other best friend was a Fiona. It was the best to spend time on and off stage with them.
TTT: What have been some of your favorite things to do during quarantine.
CH: For sure, playing Minecraft with my friends! I have been trying to learn guitar, but one of the strings is broken and its hard to find places open to re-string them right now. I spend a lot of time with my family- mostly with my mom- we end up watching a lot of 80’s and 90’s movies and the Bachelor Presents Listen to Your Heart (which I secretly love)
TTT: What is the first thing you are looking forward to doing as soon as the quarantine is lifted?
CH: Sleepover with the Boys!
On May 10th, the world lost one of the most amazing, young men you could ever meet. Connor Harris passed away from complications after back surgery. He will forever be a part of TTT and we are grateful for the impact he had on so many.
​
In 2020, during the difficult quarantine due to the Covid variant, TTT's Senior Show, "Freak Friday" and Junior Show, "Hercules" were both postponed for safety reasons.
TTT attempted zoom both the rehearsals and social times so the cast
could still have a creative outlet.
​
For several months, we posted interviews with both casts so they could feel special during such a difficult, and sometimes lonely, time period.
Here is Connor's Interview.....
Connor's Playbill Bio Through the Years
​
Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs: Sir Nicholas
Connor Harris is in 2nd grade at Kessler Elementary. This is his first production with TTT. Connor loves to dance, read comic books, invent characters and stories, and play with his 2 new puppies! When Connor grows up, he would like to be either Batman or Iron Man, depending on which position is available
​
Music Theater Revue: Wedding Singer (George), Willy Wonka (G’pa Joe), Mary Poppins (Michael), Footloose
Connor Harris is a 3rd grader at Kessler Elementary. This is his second play with TTT. When not in theater, Connor enjoys dancing, swimming, and working on video blogs for his Facebook page, Connorisms.
​
Rapunzel Unbraided: Thug named Killer
Connor Harris is a 3rd grader at Kessler Elementary who loves playing Minecraft and with his dog Duchie. This is Connor’s 3rd TTT Production. He hopes someday to be as cool as TTT alumni Clayton, Cole, and Matthew.
The Wonderful World of Oz: The Lion & A Munchkin
Connor Harris is a 4th grade homeschooler. He is ecstatic to be portraying the role of the Lion. Along with theatre he enjoys swimming, playing with his dogs and writing stories about his favorite character he created, Silky.
Singin’ In The Rain: Stagehand #1, Clark Zander, Screening Guest
Connor Harris is a 4th grade homeschooler who has been in 5 TTT plays. He loves singing to all the Beautiful Girls in the cast. When he is not acting,
​
Connor enjoys Minecraft, Super Heroes, and generally being awesome!
Dinner Theater, The Voice: Blake Shelton
Conner Harris is in 5th grade and homeschooled. This is Connor’s 6th play with TTT, his favorite role being a Thug in Rapunzel: Unbraided. Connor loves being Blake Shelton in The Voice and hanging out with his TTT friends. When not in theater, Connor obsesses over Fallout 4, comic books and becoming an internet superstar.
Bye Bye Birdie: Conrad Birdie
Connor Harris is a homeschooled 5th grader who is in his 7th TTT play. His favorite role is being Conrad Birdie. When not acting, he enjoys his 3 dogs, video games, and training for his stand up comedy tour.
Music Theater Revue 2: Orin the Dentist, Newsie, UPS guy, Kinickie
Connor Harris is a 6th grade homeschooler who enjoys video games, creating new characters to portray, and spending time with his animals. Connor’s favorite role has been Conrad in Bye, Bye Birdie. He wants to remind everyone that tooth decay is no laughing matter so visit your Dentist soon!
James and the Giant Peach: Grasshopper
Connor Harris is a homeschooled 6th grader who loves writing, playing video games, and using his imagination! When he is not on stage, Connor enjoys being with his friends, making funny videos, and running his business. Connor’s favorite part with TTT has been Conrad Birdie.
​
​
1940s Christmas Radio Show: Foley Artist, Bob Cratchit
Connor Harris is an 8th grade homeschool student who enjoys playing video games, hanging with da boys and planning epic heists. This is his 13th play with TTT, his favorite role being Shrek. He would like to thank Ms Nina for her support over the years and viewers like you. Thank you.
Addams Family: Ancestor
Connor Harris is a 8th grade homeschooler who likes playing Minecraft with his friends and watching “anime.” He also is really smart and super handsome, and I hear he is kinda funny. Hit him up sometime @coolconnorharris on Instagram.
Peter and the Starcatcher: Grempkin, Fighting Prawn
Connor Harris is a freshman attending Northwest High School. He loves movies and video games, and hopes one day to work in Hollywood. His favorite role ever was the role of Shrek in Shrek.
Dinner Theater, And Then There Was One: Clayhorn
Connor Harris is a freshman attending Northwest High School. He loves movies and video games, and hopes one day to work in Hollywood. His favorite role ever was the role of Shrek in Shrek.
The Drowsy Chaperone: Feldzieg the Producer
Connor Harris is a freshman attending Northwest High School. He loves movies and one day hopes to work in Hollywood. Connor enjoys playing video
