"Benet plays Michael Emerson, who moves from Phoenix to the fictional Santa Carla, Calif., with his mom, Lucy, and younger brother, Sam. He falls in with the wrong crowd, nearly becoming one of the undead - all to impress a girl."
"I get the idea of just wanting to be seen, known, and cared for. That's all I deeply wanted when I was his age. I tried to fit in anywhere I could, joining different cliques, groups, and then adapting to that."
"One such number, 'Belong to Someone,' is a particular favorite of the actor's - he initially wasn't interested in the show, and hearing the punk ballad convinced him to go for the role."
"Throughout the show, Benet belts out angsty rock songs written by the indie band The Rescues, some while flying on a harness."
L.J. Benet makes his Broadway debut in The Lost Boys, a punk-rock adaptation of the 1987 film. He plays Michael Emerson, who relocates to Santa Carla and struggles with fitting in. Benet relates to his character's desire for community, having recently moved to New York himself. He shares experiences of trying to impress crushes and connects with the show's music, particularly a song that inspired him to audition. His performance includes singing while flying on a harness, showcasing his commitment to the role.
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