Heath Calvert: My mother would pull me away from GI Joe combat to come sing by the piano when I was four. So, music has always been a part of my life. Although, I enjoy it a lot more now then I did then. I'd moved around a lot as a kid and teenager, almost every three years. We all try to find something that we're good at and enjoy. It seemed like I could always find my place in music and performing whenever I ended up in a new place. I don't think it was ever a conscious decision. It was always something that I loved, and assumed I would continue doing.

You have played everything from a sperm in Swimming Upstream to a planet explorer in Wild Women of Wongo. What inspires you?

Ha. I just like to keep myself busy. It's nice to mix things up. This summer I've done a lot of whacky/absurd humor. Funny that most of my work in college was dark and serious. I'd like to tackle something a little bit more serious next. I think I'm just inspired by the other actors working around me. It's great to work with talented people...everyday you take away something valuable.

Good Vibrations was your first Broadway Show. If you could perform in any current Broadway show, what role would it be and why? I could see you as Link in Hairspray. Have you ever thought of that?

Good Vibrations was a fun learning experience. I made a lot of great friends, a few I actually worked with this summer at the Fringe and NYMF. What role would it be? I actually don't know. In the ideal situation, I'd be able to create something of my own. I haven't actually seen Hairspray yet, so I can't answer that. I've been drawn to the great plays that are running now. I've done standing room at Pillowman twice now. So great.

What is your favorite thing about Manhattan?

I've been here two years this month, and I'm constantly finding new things that I love. I love the fall. I have great memories of my first few months here...I joined the Met Museum with a birthday check from my grandparents. It was great to pick a room every few days and just sit, stare, and try to imagine what the artist was thinking. I love being able to find and do whatever I want.

Do you have any other passions other than Museums and Theater?

Oh Gee. It varies, depending on the season. I like to take advantage of all the museums and random performances around the city. It's so hard to just keep up with my friends. I'm trying to get into photography. I'm constantly running in different directions.

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Interview conducted by Corine Cohen