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Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville

Kelsie Watts: Her journey from Texas to Nashville to the Big Apple

Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville

Tony Mantor

Actresses, Music Interviews, Songwriters.musicians, Tv & Film, Entertainment, Actors, Music, Singers, Nashville

5.03.2K Ratings

🗓️ 2 September 2025

⏱️ 25 minutes

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Summary

Kelsie Watts shares her extraordinary journey from Texas to Broadway, balancing her role as Jane Seymour in "Six: The Musical" with releasing music and mental health advocacy. • Unexpected path to Broadway began when a musical supervisor approached her during a showboat performance • Transitioned from Nashville to New York City in January after eight years in Music City • Improved acting and dance skills after initial rejection from Six, demonstrating commitment to growth outside her comfo...

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0:00.0

My career in the entertainment industry has enabled me to work with a diverse range of talent.

0:20.0

Through my years of experience, I've

0:22.4

recognized two essential aspects. Industry professionals, whether famous stars, or behind-the-scenes

0:30.0

staff, have fascinating stories to tell. Secondly, audiences are eager to listen to these stories,

0:36.3

which offer a glimpse into their lives and the

0:39.2

evolution of their life stories. This podcast aims to share these narratives, providing information

0:45.1

on how they evolve into their chosen career. We will delve into their journey to stardom,

0:50.5

discuss their struggles and successes, and hear from people who help them achieve their goals.

0:55.0

Get ready for intriguing behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the fascinating world of entertainment.

1:02.0

Hi, I'm Tony Mantor. Welcome to Almost Live Nashville.

1:08.0

Joining us today is Kelsey Watts, a singer-songwriter and pop artist whose soulful

1:13.4

storytelling and traditional pop player have taken the music world by storm. With a voice honed through

1:19.6

rigorous training in aqua vocal performance and commercial music, Kelsey seamlessly weaves together

1:25.3

genres like pop, R&B, classical, and rock, creating a sound as dynamic as it is unforgettable.

1:32.8

Now she's commanding the Broadway stage as the heartfelt James Seymour in the electrifying Six, the musical,

1:40.2

bringing her signature emotional depth and vocal to the role.

1:44.1

Today she joins us to share her

1:45.8

inspiring journey from the heart of Texas to Nashville to the bright lights of Broadway, the release

1:51.9

of her powerful new single and her passionate advocacy for mental health awareness. It's a pleasure

1:58.0

to have her join us. Thanks for coming on. Yeah, of course. Yeah, thank you for

2:02.5

having me. Oh, it's my pleasure. So let's kick this off with what you're doing now. I feel like I'm

2:07.9

doing everything. Yeah, I know that feeling. Currently living in New York City on Broadway in a show

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