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What was the mood like before opening night?
Kian: We were in rehearsals all day. I was a nervous ball because we�d only done one dress rehearsal at midnight the night before.
What do you do in the dressing room before taking to the stage?
Shane: We got together, give each other a hug, say a little prayer.
Bryan: We also have an entertainment centre in there. It�s got a telly, a DVD player and a playstation, so we play games. We play football and Mark plays Spiderman, and we have Gran Turismo as well.
How do you make sure your voice stays in good shape?
Bryan: Ask us about that toward the end of the tour when we�re knackered!
Mark: Hope for the best! It�s like this � I didn�t get many spots even though I only washed my face with water instead of fancy moisturiser, so I think the natural way is best. I hope just drinking water will keep my voice strong. Apart from that, talking a lot beforehand loosens up the vocal chords!
Who chose all the clothes for the show?
Mark: We asked our stylist Dave to design them. Big up to Dave for making us look good! I�m sure people know by now I don�t care about clothes so much so we�re very grateful Dave is there to do it on our behalf!
How do you cope with quick costume changes?
Mark: I don�t! It makes me worry too much. I�ve been late for Uptown girl every night so far. It�s a running joke now � I�m the guy in the garage who never gets to work on time!
Nicky: I haven�t just had hairy moments, I�ve had bushy ones! Getting into the boiler suits for Uptown Girl is impossible. You keep trying to put your feet in the sleeves�
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