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Nathan Lane, renowned for his impeccable comedic timing and stage presence, is proving to be one of those legends who can make any material come to life. \u201cIt\u2019s like going into battle,\u201d he says of his approach to the craft, which he\u2019s been honing in theater, commercials, TV, and film for over 40 years. In this interview, Nathan reflects on the influences and advice that has guided him, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic\u2019s current impact on the entertainment industry.\n\nAudiences likely know Nathan from \u201cThe Birdcage,\u201d as the voice of Timon in \u201cThe Lion King,\u201d guest star of \u201cModern Family,\u201d or \u201cThe Producers\u201d movie. His performance in \u201cThe Producers\u201d musical, as well as \u201cA Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum\u201d and the recent \u201cAngels in America\u201d revival, have earned him three Tony Awards out of six nominations and over 20 Broadway credits, in addition to six Primetime Emmy nods, two Golden Globe nods, and a SAG Award. He now stars as a tough-talking detective in Showtime\u2019s new series from John Logan, \u201cPenny Dreadful: City of Angels.\u201d\n--\nBackstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage\u2019s podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today\u2019s most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. This is your guide to every aspect of acting, from voiceover and commercial work to casting directors, agents, and more. Full of both know-how and inspiration, In the Envelope airs weekly to cover everything from practical advice on navigating the industry, to how your favorite projects are made, to personal stories of success and failure alike. Join host Jack Smart, Awards Editor at Backstage, for this guide on how to live the creative life from those who are doing it every day: https://bit.ly/2OMryWQ\n\nSubscribe and listen to In the Envelope:\n- SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2jUpnnw\n- Google Play: https://bit.ly/2DHkPwt\n- iTunes: https://apple.co/2rs0llz\n- Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2QNmu6C\n- Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2DJv6bD\n\nFollow Backstage and In the Envelope on social media:\n- https://www.facebook.com/backstage\n- https://www.twitter.com/backstage\n- https://www.twitter.com/intheenvelope\n- https://www.instagram.com/backstagecast\n\nSpecial thanks to...\n- Host: Jack Smart\n- Producer: Jamie Muffett\n- Social Media: Katie Minard\n- Design: Mark Stinson and Caitlin Watkins\n- Additional Support: Kasey Howe, Samantha Sherlock, Oriella St. Louis