The Tomcats Interview: Connor James

Connor James Interview
by Victor Faux

Victor Faux

Shortly after the launch of the premier episode of Folsom Carter's web serial Tomcats, I was fortunate enough to sit down with Connor James, one of the comics's stars. Connor, who plays Gunner St. James, the dancer/MC with a somewhat mysterious past, agreed to answer a few questions about his experience working on the serial, and what to expect in coming episodes.  He joined me on the Tomcats set. I have to admit, sitting across from the charismatic performer on the cabaret stage, I had to remind myself that it was Connor and not Gunner himself that I was sitting next to...

Victor:  Thanks for taking the time to talk, Connor.

Connor: No problem, Victor.  Thanks for asking me.

Victor: I've heard Tomcats described as a comic book that is written like a television show.  So as someone who is involved in Tomcats, how does it feel to you?  Like you're modeling, or more like acting, or something else?  How would you describe the project to people?

Connor: I always tell people it is an ongoing series told in comic book format. I wouldn't say I feel like I am acting as much as I am simply performing. Folsom always has what he wants in his mind and we show up and do it.

Victor:  So, what has it been like to be part of Tomcats so far?

Connor:  Being part of Tomcats has been a lot of fun! I've never done anything like this before so it's been a learning experience and really exciting to see it all unfold into the finished product. It doesn't hurt that everyone else involved has been great to work with, and quite easy on the eyes too!

Victor:  There seems to be some mystery surrounding Gunner's past...what can you tell us about Gunner St. James? 

Connor: Gunner is a bit of a puzzle.  Here's a guy who is used to being the center of attention, and has probably gotten what he wanted through most of his life with minimal effort.  Now that things aren't going quite as well for him, I'm guessing he would do just about anything to get that validation back.  But that's just my own theory!

Victor: How much do you know about the plot ahead of time?

Connor:  I typically find out the same time the readers do!  We know the basic outline of what is happening in our scene and some small hints emerge as we are shooting. But it isn't uncommon for Folsom to shoot various versions of each scene.    

Victor: What would you like to see happen with Gunner?

Connor:  Blonde streaks maybe?  Just kidding.  Really, I'm just excited to see his story unfold.  I trust Folsom's talent 100 percent, and I know that whatever happens with Gunner - it is going to be fun to watch!

Connor James

  
   

Tomcats Issue #1

What is Tomcats?

Tomcats is the new web serial by Folsom Carter.  While it is published in comic form, serial is photographed in Second Life, using AL Avatars as cast members.  The story, which is centered on the men of Tomcats Cabaret, is part soap opera, part comedy and part murder mystery.  Join us at Tomcats, the bar is open...