Michael McLean reprising his role in ‘The Forgotten Carols’ for first time since life-saving surgery
November 14, 2024
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23:49Now PlayingMichael McLean reprising his role in ‘The Forgotten Carols’ for first time since life-saving surgery
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IDAHO FALLS – For the first time in four years, Michael McLean will reprise his role as Uncle John in “The Forgotten Carols,” which kicks off its 2024 season the week of Thanksgiving.
The production returns for its 33rd year in eastern Idaho. Two performances are happening at the Frontier Center for the Performing Arts in Idaho Falls on Nov. 30, along with a show at the Blackfoot Performing Arts Center on Dec. 2.
McLean was forced to cut back his involvement in the show the last two years due to a kidney transplant. As he approaches the two-year anniversary of his procedure, McLean says he’s feeling great and is thrilled to be back.
“I’m going to be able to reclaim my part as John the Beloved,” McLean tells EastIdahoNews.com. “I feel good, and I get a chance to stand on stage and be that character that I created (in) 1991.”
It’s a significant milestone for the 72-year-old actor and musician. The last time he appeared on stage in this role was in 2020 when a filmed version of the stage production was released in theaters due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
His return to the stage is a special experience for him and his recent surgery has changed the way he looks at this story that’s become an annual tradition for so many.
“The humility that comes from having gone through this — it changes you. You can’t be the same,” says McLean.
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