Kaspar Cahill-Ritter – West End Kids Troupe
Where are you from?
Sandy, Bedfordshire
Journey with West End Kids:
When did you join West End Kids?
Summer 2022
What inspired you to audition for West End Kids?
I thrive off of being pushed and at the time, my training wasn’t giving me that.
Performance Highlights:
What has been your favourite performance so far and why?
Performing for the first time with troupe as Seymour at Ideal Home Show and performing Wanna Be Like You at Born Free. And pretty much anywhere we performed Sing because that was a great medley.
Can you share a memorable moment from one of your performances?
I’ve really enjoyed all of my performances but one that stands out to me was performing at Born Free where the music didn’t come in properly and I had to find my place to come in, sometimes when things go wrong it can amplify the rest of the performance and make it a much more memorable experience overall. It also offers real on the job training and quick thinking skills that you can’t really access elsewhere.
Training and Dedication:
How many hours a week do you spend rehearsing and training?
Around 2-3 hours a day depending on the intensity of the routines/vocals I need to be learning.
What do you find most challenging and rewarding about your training?
The dancing. I have to really push myself to be able to learn the dances each week, it’s something I find incredibly difficult but at the same time incredibly rewarding.
Future Aspirations:
What are your future goals in the performing arts?
To perform on the West End or Broadway stage.
Which role or production would you love to be a part of?
- Evan Hansen (Dear Evan Hansen)
- Seymour (Little shop of Horrors)
- Jack Kelly (Newsies)
- Clyde (Bonnie and Clyde)
- King George III (Hamilton)
- Elder Price (Book of Mormon)
- Elder Cunningham (Book of Mormon)
- Book of Mormon
Personal Interests:
Do you have any hobbies or interests outside of performing?
I enjoy building Lego, playing video games and watching movies (notably marvel movies)
What is a fun fact about you that not many people know?
I built my own gaming computer
Inspirations and Motivation:
Who inspires you the most in the performing arts world?
Jeremy Jordan
What keeps you motivated to keep improving and performing?
Performing has always been my passion, the thrill of performing in front of an audience is rewarding enough in itself that it inspires me to keep going and I’m willing to push myself in order to achieve my goals.
Experience with West End Kids:
How has being a part of West End Kids impacted you?
Being a part of West End Kids has impacted me in all ways. I’ve seen huge growth from myself in all disciplines. I still have miles to go of course. But I’ve seen improvements in both dancing and singing alike. And aside from the impact on the performing side of things WEK has given me huge opportunities for personal growth, the supportive nature of those around you and the friendships you develop just make it an amazing place to be.
What advice would you give to new members or those aspiring to join West End Kids?
It’s very hard work. And at times it can be very difficult, however there is so much to gain from it and If you’re willing to put in the work in you’ll reap the rewards.
