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Tony-Nominated Sadie Sink Talks ‘John Proctor Is The Villain’, ‘Stranger Things’ And Joining The Marvel Universe – Deadline Q&A
Deadline's Q&A with the Tony-nominated actress Sadie Sink.

DEADLINE: When you first read it, did you have a character in mind that you wanted to do, or was it specifically pitched to you with a character?
SINK: It was presented to me like, have her look at Shelby or Raelynn and see who she responds to. Immediately I was, okay I think I’m a Shelby. Every character is so well-rounded which is why this play works so well, but something about Shelby, like she really is the Abigail track of this play in terms of its parallels to The Crucible. I just thought she was incredibly complex for obvious reasons that you come to learn in the show but I was really driven to her humor as well. She’s so witty and quick and has a lot of good in her but also is carrying so much fire within her as well.
DEADLINE: You said at the beginning of this conversation that Broadway actors have to be so athletic. What did you do to prepare for this role both physically and emotionally, because there’s a scene at the end that requires a lot of physical stamina, and emotionally because of the revelations your character makes?
SINK: In terms of the physical aspects of it, I love when a role requires a lot of physicality, whether it’s like stunt work in film and TV. I just think it’s such a tool when you’re going all out physically. I’ve been training a lot and just keeping up my physical strength, just making sure my body is strong and nourished. I feel like I’m in the best shape of my life right now because of it.
DEADLINE: And I have to ask about SpiderMan: Brand New Day. There are lots of rumors online about what character you’ll be playing. Are you ready to say anything yet?
SINK: No. I see a lot of rumors too. They’ve been really cool to read. I love the Marvel Universe. I mean they’re awesome rumors.
Her character Shelby in her new play also has a mysterious (and grim) past that is revealed towards the end.
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