Whitney Leavitt Opens Up About Her Broadway Journey in 'Chicago'

Whitney Leavitt brought her talents to the Broadway stage earlier this year, taking on the iconic role of Roxie Hart in Chicago. The 33-year-old star of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives stepped into the part in February, and the production proved so popular that she decided to extend her time in the role.

After wrapping up her recent stint in the show, Leavitt sat down to discuss what the experience taught her about performing on the Great White Way. The transition to eight performances weekly presented its own set of demands, particularly when it came to maintaining her enthusiasm night after night.

"I'd never done something where you're doing it over and over and over again like that," she shared with People. "So it's like I needed to find ways to continue to be excited."

Beyond the repetitive nature of the schedule, Leavitt highlighted what made the experience truly special. The connection with audiences proved to be the most rewarding aspect of her Broadway run. "There's nothing quite like a live audience and feeling that energy was the best part for me," she explained.

The actress has been navigating several career transitions lately. She recently announced her departure from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives following the Hulu series' fifth season. Looking ahead, Leavitt and her husband Connor have been developing new entertainment ventures, including plans for their own reality television project through her newly established production company, which they teased over the weekend.