Zhailon Levingston is here, and this one is for the theatre lovers who like their classics flipped, reimagined, and brought all the way into now. As a visionary director known for bold storytelling and unapologetic creativity, Zhailon is taking on Cats like you’ve never seen it before with “Cats: The Jellicle Ball.” We talk about what it means to reinterpret an iconic show, building a world that honors the original while pushing it forward, and how culture, community, and identity play into this fresh take.

But this isn’t just about direction—it’s about perspective. Zhailon shares what drives his artistic voice, the responsibility of reshaping legacy work, and the joy (and chaos!) of bringing something this ambitious to life. And yes… we get into what makes this version feel different. If you thought you knew Cats—think again.

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