Mr. Marquette Theatre Company- Thomas Degroot

How would you describe the club that you’re representing?

I am representing Marquette Theatre Company. I just love theater so much, it’s just always been something I’m passionate about. It just gives me so much confidence, and the smile that it puts on people’s faces. It’s just so awesome.

How do you feel being nominated as Mr. Marquette Theatre Company?

I kind of forced myself to be nominated because I really wanted to make a fool out of myself. So it feels pretty great.

What would you say your chances are for winning?

Listen, when I walked into this thing, I was like, “Oh I’m going to win, there’s no competition.” I’m extremely confident that I’m going to get into the top five, but after that, we’ll see what happens. I’m open to second place because there’s always next year.