CHARACTER STUDY: Gavin Lee of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS

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Watch stage stalwart Gavin Lee get into character (and extra legs!) as Squidward Q. Tentacles in the new musical SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS.

[@bigathegamer3067]

I love all the the fact that he kept all the fanart of himself as squidward that fans have given him.

[@jowikangaroo4710]

TheRastaRican 2001 what's even better is that you can consider it part of Gavin's character study for Squidward, since Squidward would definitely put up fanart of himself if he had any

[@beetleplex5800]

Even the hentai?

[@mattptheguy]

Fanart? I thought that was concept art

[@ChimeraLotietheBunny]

so good

[@CartoonPostYT]

​@@jowikangaroo4710 True lol

[@froggiebcg]

He looks exactly like how we all imagined Squidward to look like as a human

[@lyricals7272]

Honestly. I think hes the only person who would absolutely NAIL Squidward

[@oliviaphantomhive2161]

Gosh I love Gavin

[@KatMusic2009]

If squidward is an octopus, why does the character only have 6 'legs'??

[@alexs.3383]

Even those pants deserve a Tony

[@MABACTS]

True.

[@ZoraTheberge]

Right? I wouldn’t be surprised if this show is a serious contender for best costumes come Tony season

[@zackstark24601]

#GavinLeefortheTony

[@saschahoupt6177]

It’ll prob win best costume design just for the legs.

[@springdayisnottoday371]

tony’s gonna be hard this year

[@jjju3]

My favorite part of this video is That he has to draw on deeper wrinkles for his character lmao

[@bananabird1844]

ikr

[@kitsuneakage22]

He aged out of frustration

[@moxx2053]

Xd

[@Servo1616]

Nailing both an American accent AND squidward's voice is pretty damn impressive alone.

[@FreakinSweet1987]

He doesn't really sound like Squidward though.

[@tophatcat9996]

@@FreakinSweet1987 he does a better job at imitating the voice than whoever does Patrick

[@blah7983]

@@FreakinSweet1987 The creators of the show wanted the actors to act, look, and sound recognizable but not exact. Spongebob doesnt laugh the same way for example, he chuckles in the show. Squidward keeps the nasally quality but not necessarily the rest. I wish they kept Patrick’s vowel pronunciation though because they didn’t and its important for the character. They actually start out doing more of an impression and then go into their “normal” registers as the show progressed

[@dtc2024]

Actually Gavin is a British Accent, accordion to him, he is a English Actor

[@jchamp_7]

“If spongebob was still here in 5 years” oh I wish

[@pixie_styx]

Omg Im ur 100th like!! Yeah, that would be awesome

[@carlottarobbins7005]

C'mon, everyone - let's all pray that it comes back to Broadway with all the original cast ASAP!!! Edit: in the mean-time, let's go see the North American tour; they have an amazing cast, too!!

[@manuelorozco7760]

carlotta robbins The TV special was awesome

[@RUFITNESS]

You realize it came back on broadway right?

[@rainyday6512]

If the Palace Theater wasn’t turned into a shopping center it would still be around

[@lauravturner]

WAIT. HE IS HOW OLD? 46?! WHAT. REALLY???? I honestly would have guessed he was at least a decade younger than that. Now I am even more impressed by that extensive dance number.

[@carlottarobbins7005]

This video was also posted 3 years ago, so...

[@exliesaturn]

@@carlottarobbins7005 3 weeks ago?

[@carlottarobbins7005]

@@exliesaturn true

[@JaneDoe-cz5oe]

@@exliesaturn What?

[@imontosomething2609]

Idk he looks like he's in his 40's to me.🤷🏾‍♀️

[@tatumsteel6813]

My family always jokingly called me squidward. I never gave it much thought until one day it hit me: I’m grouchy, I play the clarinet, I draw and paint, I enjoy performing but I have poor social skills. It was a sad, introspective day.

[@carlottarobbins7005]

Geez! I'm so sorry!

[@Art-enjoyer_Fern]

Oh well to me that's completely fine if you are very Squidward cause I love that guy :) I dunno as a kid sometimes you hated him sometimes you felt bad for him sometimes you liked him. But I understand him a bit better now I guess and there are worse things to be than Squidward out there :3

[@MitziDuran]

At the end of the day the man wanted friends and be accepted. And truly he was accepted (despite his claims), it's just that he's an introverted in a world of extraverted people.

[@joestrr4772]

LOL it's amazing how in character you can be

[@emilymorgan8676]

i got so sad when he said “if spongebob wants me here in 5 years”

[@carlottarobbins7005]

C'mon, everyone - let's all pray that the original cast comes back to Broadway to perform this again ASAP!!!!!!!! Edit: in the mean-time, let's go see the North American tour - they have an amazing cast, too!

[@ravenbird3357]

I wish they would be on broadway longer! I enjoy it!

[@rainyday6512]

I wish it were still around, it literally came up right after I started being interested in broadway, they combined my new interest with my childhood

[@mecoolguy3780]

when I saw the costume I thought he died his hair! because I saw brown routes that turned turquoise. wow who would have thought it was a wig

[@jaelyyymar8071]

That’s insane. 46, carrying around huge legs, tap dancing 4 feet, and being a father to 3. This guy must have some insane stories, I swear.

[@nath.an.b]

#GavinLeeForTheTony

[@williamfairchild7439]

I do like I'm Not A Loser from Spongebob Musical and it's my favourite number from the show and Gavin Lee from Mary Poppins as Squidward is brilliant

[@itzblu855]

GOVE THE WHOLE CAST A TONY I LIVE THIS SHOW SO MUCH

[@pabuthedumbnerd]

YESSSS

[@jaylites]

I AGREE

[@carlottarobbins7005]

My two main reactions to this video: 1. "I have 3 kids now-" Me, previously unaware: Awww... ❤❤ 2. "I nearly die at the end of my number, and need an oxygen tank." Me: I REALLY HOPE YOU'RE NOT BEING SERIOUS RIGHT NOW!!!!!!!!

[@guacamolegoddess1342]

carlotta robbins I feel that

[@AmeliaGraceKay]

He is dead serious 😂 there’s a whole thing like news articles on actors who need oxygen tanks after their performances and he comes up 😂

[@hannahgarry5421]

This musical better get a Tony for costume design!!!!!

[@manuelorozco7760]

Hannah Garry At least Scenic Design was nice

[@yyoveltube]

This costume is so awesome

[@MayaHennessey]

I LOVE GAVIN LEE SO MUCH!!

[@PrincessLydia]

SAME HERE, ESPECIALLY AFTER HEARING HIM IN THE "MARY POPPINS" BROADWAY CAST CD!

[@raghad1d420]

Maya Hennessey NEW FAN HERE😍 LOVE HIM SO MUCH

[@MilesMommy2008]

Maya Hennessey F

[@chloearendt9618]

Gavin Lee is such a great guy. I met him at stage door a couple years ago with my brother and mom. My brother said " I actually play the clarinet." and Gavin just laughed and said "well I can play three notes"

[@amvwarsaw5174]

So Lilli got a vlog, Gavin got a character study, now give SOMETHING to Ethan, Danny, Brian, or Wes!!!

[@ekgauntner]

wesley got a broadwaybox thing for the parade

[@train4292]

This man did an incredible job as Squidward

[@KatMusic2009]

He is now Lumiere in the west end production of Beauty & the Beast.

[@summerhollis1097]

If Gavin Lee ever looks at these comments, I just want to say thank you for getting me into theater and for being just plain amazing!

[@creepcos]

IM SO PUMPED FOR THIS edit: THIS WAS GREAT A H H

[@joannadunda7360]

*Psst, if you turn around backwards you can go down stairs on your toes!*

[@carlottarobbins7005]

But who wants to do that? Dangerous, man!

[@thatlibrarysmell720]

Once in costume I realized I was about to miss a number and that was the day I learned that the fastest way to go down stairs quietly is two at a time backwards

[@dont_be_a_marder]

He's English?! That is BRAND NEW information to me! I'm even *more* impressed with his Squidward voice now.

[@manuelorozco7760]

The Straight Dope ASMR I always knew he was British since he played Bert in Mary Poppins in London and New York.

[@dont_be_a_marder]

@@manuelorozco7760 I wish I had been able to see that performance! I can totally picture him as Bert.

[@IlastarothTayre]

I adore you, Gavin! Really you're doing an amazing work on such an interesting and loved character, it's truly amazing. I just wish I could see the show dammit

[@Starryeyeddreamer2001]

his hair looks like yoshikage kira's

[@copingalex]

killer queen has already touched his hair..!

[@jakeidk6712]

his original voice actually sounds like a british squidward

[@rosesforamy]

HEY THere my name is GAvin LEe and i play S Q U I D W A R D Q T E N T A C L E S in the new broadway show: spongebob squarepants!

[@allisonneiheiser5913]

I enjoy knowing that IF Spongebob is still on Broadway in five years, we wouldn't ever have a new Squidward, we'd still have the amazing Gavin Lee

[@manuelorozco7760]

Its been three months since i saw the TV special on Nick. I have been meaning to watch this. Gavin Lee was a scene stealer as Squidwird. Especially with I'm Not A Loser! Those tap dance shoes are amazing. If only Iron Man took Pepper on a date to see the show before the events of Infinity War.

[@taylorkaplan754]

crying because it’s closing tomorrow... “if spongebob wants to be here in 5 years I’ll still be there putting on my legs” THANK GOD IM GOING TO THE SHOW TOMORROW

[@evaorlitova3931]

Can we all just appreciate Gavin for a second?? And those extra legs??

[@cameronwalker5831]

Yassssss now do Ethan’s

[@AALIXD]

0:22 that fanart is adorable

[@tannerschannel1809]

I met Gavin Lee back in February of 2010. He was playing Bert in the touring company of Mary Poppins. He was really cool. But I have to agree a bit about what he said about Squidward. Sometimes people can be grouchy and they just wanna do their own things before they see or speak to anyone. I’m like Squidward sometimes. Sometimes I can be grouchy and sarcastic

[@summerhollis1097]

I love Gavin Lee!!! Mary Poppins was the reason why I started theater!!! If you have not heard him as Bert, then you had better go listen to the soundtrack right now or else!

[@Rcity2332]

Give Gavin a Tony Award!

[@williamfairchild7439]

I do like I'm Not A Loser from Spongebob Musical and it's my favourite number from the show and Gavin Lee from Mary Poppins as Squidward is brilliant

[@ayverst1219]

*”squidward is an octopus”* me : *_SQUIDward?_*

[@ObaREX]

Squidward is actually an octopus. Look it up.

[@paralysleeps]

Idk what was his parents thinking

[@carlottarobbins7005]

I love how he even commented on that in the video: "Why he's called Squidward, I don't know" 😅

[@SaKura-il8op]

Yeah... It’s a bad pun. Do not give it too much thought.

[@fentaspewz]

Impressive...

[@gummygoo2]

I love Gavin so much aaaahhhh Best cast members are Ethan and Gavin. Dont @ me lmao.

[@Randomela]

@Gummygoo2 you dont tell me what to do, i just @'d you

[@VocalEdgeTV]

Eight show a week though...

[@rowanhoyt8228]

he should get a tony

[@jprostar8768]

I saw him ya I was like it’s hard tap dancing already with 2 legs! So imagine 4!!

[@sydneymcintyre2934]

omg I loveee Gavin Lee 😍😂

[@williamfairchild7439]

I do like I'm Not A Loser from Spongebob Musical and it's my favourite number from the show and Gavin Lee from Mary Poppins as Squidward is brilliant

[@SunyiSideUp]

This show is great, and they deserved 5 years of it :( Hopefully it gets a second chance, somewhere.

[@thundahsenshi150]

He does such an amazing job as Squidward! Absolutely love him

[@willd.4808]

yes!!!yes!!! i love gavin, he portrays squidward so well!!! i'd love one for wes taylor but i'm just happy gavin got one!!!

[@williamfairchild7439]

I do like I'm Not A Loser from Spongebob Musical and it's my favourite number from the show and Gavin Lee from Mary Poppins as Squidward is brilliant

[@EvilsinsGakupo]

*MUST PROTECT THAT SMILE*

[@stinky5242]

Squidward is miserable and talentless. But he’s so relatable and quite frankly a savage XDXDXD I have concluded that over rewatching all 11 seasons over 6 months. I had last watched the show when I was like 4 so ...

[@thattheatrejen9987]

I screamed when I saw this video in my notification box. I'm not even kidding.

[@DOCTOR.DEADHEAD]

okay but does anyone know the artist who drew 0:23 because it's super cute

[@phantomphanta]

Sweet man shame the show closed In less than a year. Hope he gets employed again. 🤞🏽😘

[@manuelorozco7760]

Phantom Phanta He has got to get himself a movie

[@shinesnakeeold7447]

Gavin lee: what’s a squid color? Me: h o w s h o u l d I k n o w 😂

[@usnavidelavooga380]

i was literally watching spongebob on broadway videos and I see this omg they finally did a spongebobbway character study !!!!

[@me1ted]

Yes.

[@kiss_begins_wit_kaykay5853]

I LOVED this play all the actors did AMAZING... But alsooo... Poor elevator operator person shes a star too ❤

[@mostlyghostie]

Gavin’s so admirable. “If Spongebob wants to still be here in five years and they’ll have me, I’ll still be putting those legs on every night.” That’s just so inspiring and admirable

[@kimbychole12]

this man has so much talent. I saw the show yesterday and let me tell you I'm Not A Loser was my favourite number and he deserves a Tony.

[@cryingintomycoffee]

What a guy. So nice to hear this kinda stuff from the pros!

[@crooked_teeth.]

What's on his forehead? A mic?

[@mads3853]

Yep!

[@huekaluvr]

*0:41* I just realized I have the same hair gel as him and I’m screaming. *W h E e Z e*

[@permafrost5213]

stuff like this just....it leaves me breathless being on stage is a way to express your anger your sadness joy fear and confidence its a whole new you some days you have this rough patch where you feel alone and that's good for a character development in acting for film and animation they have the similarities of it as well. Broadway has it's perks from what I see in the Spongebob live the emotions you see can make you relate to them especially Squidward and Gavin Lee has done an AMAZING work as Squidward wish I had got to actually see them live instead of on TV but still watching the whole live event was just beautiful and one of the best live plays I have seen so far.

[@carlottarobbins7005]

Well...if you can't see the original Broadway cast perform this, maybe you could see the SpongeBob musical on its North American tour - I'd say the North American tour cast are on par with the original Broadway cast!

[@paulinasrr]

I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS MY WHOLE LIFE

[@mariska.o]

this whole cast just seems so fun and amazing, i love the soundtrack for the show and i love watching the behind the scenes clips that get uploaded on here. gavin is a really great live-action squidward!!

[@michellebaldwin8689]

I wanna come see broadway, but I live in Houston, Texas. I’ve been watching these kind of videos for a couple of months, and now feel in LOVE with Ethan and lee. Their amazing and so nice!

[@carlottarobbins7005]

There's a tour all over North America in 2019/20 (with a different cast, tho), so you could look up the show's website and see if it's coming to Texas (I saw them in Toronto a few days ago and it was FABULOUS!!!!!!!!) Edit: I looked up the website, and the North American tour has 5 dates in Texas, Houston included!!

[@manuelorozco7760]

emma I saw the TV special on Nick last December

[@ashareeoo]

I'm always so happy to see Gavin back on Broadway! 😍

[@hellolettuce6652]

This whole cast is wonderful!

[@thedailyembarassment]

Grouchy neighbor? No. Relatable icon? Hell yes.

[@shafankis]

One of the best shows on Broadway! and the tap number with Squidward is absolutely genius

[@dontpugme]

Need a Merle/Papa Ge one before she leaves!!

[@JP-uk4rk]

I think this was filmed a few weeks ago in advance but I think she will be returning to Once On This Island with a return date to be announced.

[@puppetshack4931]

So cool what a job! Love the legs. Such a cool representation.

[@karinadarjuan5418]

I remember him from Top Hat!!!!! Saw that one live twice.

[@TristanDavis56]

I saw this on Broadway and it was SO GOOD

[@ProfessorStuDDS]

His love for this role and show fills me with so much joy

[@i.3315]

Gavin you are an awesome actor & a beautiful soul. 😊🌟🌝🌟🥰

[@oliveintheroom1336]

I thought they frickin died their hair for the show....

[@kodzukenweb]

i ! love ! gavin ! + i see my gifts in his dressing room

[@carlottarobbins7005]

O rly??? Wow!!!

[@dumbalek6001]

This is so goddamn adorable

[@meggypeggy9142]

What a pure man I love him

[@s1llyg00b3rXD]

I cannot imagine having to go to the bathroom in that thing 😂

[@joncampos5551]

Whoever decided to turn in this cartoon into a Broadway performance must've been pretty desperate

[@manuelorozco7760]

Jon Campos I thought it was a crazy idea. Until the Tony nominations

[@taemiracle16]

GIVE HIM A TONY ALREADY

[@THARPYT]

I literally just realized he’s the pink panthers leader in white collar..... holy fuck

[@angieh.5954]

What are the two extra legs made out of

[@PrincessLydia]

I've been a fan of Mr. Lee ever since I first heard him on the "Mary Poppins" OBC recording, where he played a TERRIFIC Bert! When I first saw a clip of him performing "I'm Not A Loser" a few months ago (back before Broadway Preview week), I squealed, "That's Bert from Mary Poppins! Oh-My-Word!" I later commented the same thing on one of Mr. Lee's Instagram posts, and he liked it before (I get excited just thinking about this) he FOLLOWED me!

[@alanagee6043]

Gavin lee. Saves the day in his character study. I’m truly impressed

[@libbob5366]

Gavin lee. LOOK AT ME NOW MAMA his mom waching the show in the adeince. OK

[@sarahplays6520]

OMG I love Ethan Slater so much that I am actually changing my name to Ethan Slater 💜💜💜

[@jakew.5883]

Who remembers when Gavin was Bert in Mary Poppins?

[@keithfoester7326]

0:11 i'm still curious about that hand holding the door. the hand movement is quite elegant.

[@tcaac915]

0:53 I'm squidward You're squidward We're all squidward

[@TheMaskedNate]

In the netherlands squidward is called octo so we already knew it's an octopus

[@redfox4220]

I legit didn’t think that was a wig

[@daisycinnimon]

squidward tennisballs not tentacles

[@nickpassion123]

Sailor Moon Drops it's squidward tortellini

[@willdoesstuff1026]

Squidward Tostitos

[@aydanaghazada7869]

Squidward is a squid no?

[@otm489]

I hate it when people is like "Oh spongebob the musical that sound terrible and it would be a stupid show and no one should watch!" Tell me this, How can a freaking hip hop about "AMERICAN FOUNDING FATHER" can be good! And spongebob the musical can't be?

[@krychur4956]

oh he's wearing a wig. I thought he dyed his hair blue. still though, I like the way they did his costume.