I have only seen her in Hair, so I have nothing to contribute. I've never thought she pulled away from the performance of any other actors. That her character is so alive and involved is a testament to her acting, IMO. (Although I can see why it might be detracting for others) I think she "lives" Chrissy to her fullest every moment she is on stage.
And then there's this point: if the director/producers thought her performance was "a show on its own" or stealing moments from the rest of the cast...they'd put a stop to it. Obviously, they like what she does with the part and in her performance. (but you are free to dislike her choices, naturally)
And "oh" to the fact that her comments about picking up her fanmail at the theater was about "last time before the holidays". Good clarification.
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