Posted April 30, 2026
A Conversation with Dallas native, Claire Dejean, star of STEREOPHONIC
Local playwright and the Center's Creative Director, Matt Lyle sits down with Dallas native, Claire Dejean (Diana in Stereophonic) for a conversation that goes beyond the hype and digs into the chaos, chemistry, and craft behind one of the most talked-about plays in years.
From performing live music onstage to navigating the fragile dynamics of creative collaboration, Claire pulls back the curtain on what makes Stereophonic feel so real—and why audiences (and Matt who saw the tour in Los Angeles) can’t shake it.
Quick hits:
- Claire growing up in the Dallas theater scene and why performing in the Winspear is a dream come true.
- Why this role demands more than just acting
- The thrill (and pressure) of playing live every night
- How the cast builds tension
- What the show gets right about artists, ego, and obsession
If you love theater, music, or just watching brilliant people slowly unravel in a recording studio, this one’s for you. Don’t miss the final chance to see the National Tour of Stereophonic May 8 – 10 in the Winspear Opera House.