The Starlight Express star lighting up TikTok: Al Knott on Pumping Iron and Greaseball glory (exclusive)

Al Knott as Greaseball in Starlight Express (Image: Pamela Raith) Pumping Iron, sang by your Starlight Express character Greaseball, has become a streaming sensation within the queer community. What do you think makes the song resonate so strongly?

I think the power behind the song is what has made it such an anthem for queer listeners. There is a pure and unapologetic confidence that oozes from every lyric, which feels very empowering, and as a queer woman, like an act of joyous rebellion. Growing up, I didn’t have many loud and proud queer female figures, so I hope this version of the song helps to inspire younger audiences to find the strength in their own voices.

What do you think the impact has been switching the character of Greaseball from

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