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04-18-2023, 09:40 PM
https://www.looper.com/1260916/night-court-lacretta-bring-gurgs-life-exclusive/
BY KATY KROLL/APRIL 18, 2023 11:43 AM EST
Like the original, the "Night Court" revival relies on its diverse ensemble cast to bring the laughs week after week. And while former "Big Bang Theory" star Melissa Rauch and 1980s "Night Court" alum John Larroquette may have been the initial draw for audiences, there wouldn't be a show without the rising stars that surround them, including the mononymous Lacretta, who plays the quirky, upbeat bailiff Donna "Gurgs" Gurganous.
While it may seem like Lacretta got lucky landing such a big role on a wildly popular reimagining of a classic sitcom, the actor-slash-comedienne has been honing her skills for decades both on and off Broadway, having starred in the musical comedy "Avenue Q" and the first national tour of "The Book of Mormon." Now, as Gurgs, Lacretta is finally receiving the star treatment she deserves.
During an exclusive interview with Looper, the breakout star of "Night Court" discussed where she draws inspiration from when it comes to Gurgs and what she has learned from small-screen veterans Rauch and Larroquette.
BY KATY KROLL/APRIL 18, 2023 11:43 AM EST
Like the original, the "Night Court" revival relies on its diverse ensemble cast to bring the laughs week after week. And while former "Big Bang Theory" star Melissa Rauch and 1980s "Night Court" alum John Larroquette may have been the initial draw for audiences, there wouldn't be a show without the rising stars that surround them, including the mononymous Lacretta, who plays the quirky, upbeat bailiff Donna "Gurgs" Gurganous.
While it may seem like Lacretta got lucky landing such a big role on a wildly popular reimagining of a classic sitcom, the actor-slash-comedienne has been honing her skills for decades both on and off Broadway, having starred in the musical comedy "Avenue Q" and the first national tour of "The Book of Mormon." Now, as Gurgs, Lacretta is finally receiving the star treatment she deserves.
During an exclusive interview with Looper, the breakout star of "Night Court" discussed where she draws inspiration from when it comes to Gurgs and what she has learned from small-screen veterans Rauch and Larroquette.