The show is about Bass’s life, and since its debut, her life has become about the show. Now, semi-retired at
67, she has been to every opening all over the world, with her free airline passes, and she’s sent more than
2,000 friends to see the show. She has also developed a strong friendship with Jenn Colella, who originated
the role of Bev.
“I’m really friends with all the gals who played me. There are six now. I absolutely love Rachel Tucker; Lily
in Australia is adorable, and I just sent a big basket of flowers and cookies to Becky in the US for her final
performance.”
She says she’s probably only home four or five days a month because she is either at the show, or promoting
it all over the country. “But I still fly. I’m still a pilot. Once a pilot, always a pilot.”