Broadway Lectures

Haile Ferrier | Neurodivergence, Accessibility, and Advocacy Join Haile Ferrier, currently playing Christine Daaé in the immersive Phantom of the Opera production Masquerade, for a personal conversation about neurodivergence, accessibility, and advocacy in the theatre industry. Haile opens up about the tools that have helped her succeed, what meaningful self-advocacy looks like in audition and reh...

Jake Berne | Historical Figures from Research to Rehearsal to Performance In our next episode of Season Two, we sit down with Jake Berne from Roundabout Theatre Company’s Archduke to dive into the fascinating process of bringing a historical figure to life onstage. In this episode, we talk about Jake’s process for building the character of Gavrilo, the balance between historical accuracy and artis...

Nicholas Barrón | The Industry's Approach to Acknowledging and Working with Disabilities in the Theatre In our first episode of Season Two, we dive into a meaningful and honest conversation about how the industry acknowledges artists with disabilities. Nicholas opens up about his personal journey with hip dysplasia, sharing the challenges he’s faced, the resilience he’s built, the support he’s gai...

Pablo David Laucerica | Being Yourself While Playing Somebody Else To close out season 1 of Broadway Lectures, we’re sitting down with Pablo David Laucerica for a heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to be yourself as an actor and how embracing your individuality can deepen your work, strengthen your craft, and breathe new life into every character you play. Get ready to laugh, learn,...

Larkin Reilly | The Impact of Vaudeville and Cabaret Performing in Musical Theatre Join Just in Time and Rocky Horror’s Larkin Reilly for a lively conversation about how vaudeville and cabaret-style performance continue to shape modern musical theatre. In this lecture, we dive into the magic of the Muppets, the lasting influence of Chicago, and the exciting new work carrying vaudeville’s spirit in...

Brendan Sheehan | College to Broadway Join college graduate turned Broadway performer Brendan Sheehan as he shares his fast-tracked journey from college to Broadway. Just weeks after graduation, Brendan took the stage at the Majestic Theatre as Yonkers in the Gypsy revival starring Audra McDonald. In Episode 6 of Broadway Lectures , he reflects on his journey, the lessons he learned, and the exper...

Grant Reynolds | Intersectionality in the Industry Join Grant Reynolds, who plays Sky from Broadway’s hit revival, Mamma Mia! , for a conversation on intersectionality in the entertainment industry. In this lecture, Grant discusses his personal experiences, the significance of intersectionality within the arts community, and his vision for continued growth toward a more inclusive and diverse busin...

Xhloe & Natasha | What If They Ate The Baby? Talkback Join Broadway Lectures for our very first IN-PERSON lecture with acclaimed New York City actor, clown, and playwright duo Xhloe and Natasha. In this intimate conversation, they’ll dive into the creation of their self-written show, What If They Ate the Baby?, and share what it’s really like to bring your own work to life on stage. You can ca...

Jackie Raye | Women’s Health in the Entertainment Industry In Episode 4 of Broadway Lectures, Wicked actress Jackie Raye opens up about her health journey and the vital importance of prioritizing women’s health in the theatre industry. Jackie graciously shares her experiences with PCOS and Lyme disease, reflecting on both her early years and her six-year career with Wicked. Find Broadway Lectures...

Tony d”Alelio | How choreography Serves a Musical In Broadway Lecture’s third episode, Tony d’Alelio joins us to explore How Choreography Serves a Musical. Tony delves into dance history, choreographic styles, and the influential Broadway choreographers whose work continues to shape the movement vocabulary seen onstage today. Find Broadway Lectures on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, RSS, and Ins...

Noah Pacht | Inviting New Audiences: Theatre Beyond Assumptions Broadway Lecture’s next episode features Noah Pacht from the hit Broadway play, John Proctor is the Villain. We discuss the tactics and triumphs of bringing in new audiences and making theatre enticing to individuals who may not think it’s their thing. It’s an inspiring conversation about connection, creativity, and the evolving futur...

Kevin Clay | Triple Threat versus Specialized Performer Join multi-hyphenate Kevin Clay as he explores the industry’s evolution from the era of the classic triple threat to today’s rise of specialized performers. With over a decade of experience on Broadway, Kevin offers a thoughtful, insider perspective shaped by his celebrated run as Elder Price in The Book of Mormon. Find Broadway Lectures on S...