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Friday, July 21
 

9:00am EDT

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Welcome to BroadwayCon!
Once you arrive at the New York Marriott Marquis, head to the fifth floor lobby with a printed or digital copy of your ticket. We will scan your ticket and exchange it for a convention badge. This badge must be worn at all times. 
BroadwayCon 2022 Health & Safety Policy
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Accommodations for People with Disabilities 
BroadwayCon is accessible to all attendees! When registering, you will be asked if you have a disability that will impact your time at the event, and if so, you will be prompted to tell us about what we can do to make your experience better. This includes, but is not limited to, attendees who are hard of hearing, low-vision, have mobility impairments, or need a quiet place to rest during the convention. Please head over to the customer service desk where they will assist you in making the most of your time here at BroadwayCon!
Friday July 21, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Registration Area (Fifth Floor Lobby)

9:00am EDT

Customer Service Open
We're here to help!
If you've lost something important, have a question you need answered, or require accommodations for a disability, stop by the customer service desk and a member of BroadwayCon staff will be happy to help you.
Friday July 21, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Customer Service (Fifth Floor Lobby)

9:00am EDT

Marketplace Hours
Hey, big spenders and budget shoppers! There’s something for everyone in the Marketplace. Spend some time perusing unique Broadway and theatre merchandise, purchase tickets to your new favorite show, register for acting and theatre camps, and so much more!
Friday July 21, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Marketplace (Westside Ballroom)

10:00am EDT

Bridging Your Brand to the Brand of Broadway on Social Media
The theater community has never had a greater opportunity to connect and empower itself through digital media. Broadway and musical theater are more popular in mainstream culture than they have been in nearly 100 years. How can we capitalize on this shift? How do we honor the traditions (and rules) of theater while taking advantage of the present opportunities? Content Creators Katharine Quinn @itskatharinequinn and Wildlin Pierrevil @notwildlin curate a panel with leaders in Broadway social media: content creators, digital marketing, and advertising, to unpack how we can better our brands as well as the brand of Broadway in this globally accessible time.
Presenters
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Katharine Quinn

Katharine Quinn is a creative based in New York City. Credits include Shucked (Writing Associate, Broadway), Tootsie (SDC Fellow, Broadway), Hercules (Asst. Choreo, The Public), Cabaret (Dallas Theater Center), Newsies (Lyric Stage, Tuacahn Center for the Arts, Arts Center of Coastal... Read More →
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Wildlin Pierrevil

Wildlin is an actor, writer, and digital creator based in New York. With an online following of nearly 400,000 across platforms, Wildlin is a digital native with experience converting his expertise and insight into community building consumables.
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Kaisha Huguley

Multi-Hyphenate Artist & Creative, Kaisha Creates, Work from Home Musical
Kaisha S. Huguley is a New York based multi-hyphenate (actor, theatre maker, & creative) originally from Washington, D.C.Kaisha’s recent stage credits include Kinky Boots (Arts Center of Coastal Carolina & John Engeman Theatre),The Full Monty and Miracle on 34th Street (Argyle Theatre... Read More →
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JJ Niemann

Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical, The Book of Mormon, BLISS
JJ Niemann is an NYC-based Broadway actor and content creator, currently performing in the cast of Back to the Future on Broadway. He’s been lovingly dubbed as the “King of Theatre TikTok” by publications such as BroadwayWorld, and he creates a lot of content for actors, performers... Read More →
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Ava Coploff

Ava is a social media media manager with a passion for creating content, cultivating communities, and using social media to help theatre reach new audiences.When she’s not working or scrolling TikTok for new trends, she’s with her two year old cavapoo Lila.Ava is an account manager... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Soho Complex

10:00am EDT

For the Fanzians - A Fanzian Discussion With Some Ozians
Fellow Ozians! Well, Fanzians! Do you like Wicked? Would you describe yourself as a Wicked Fan? Then come to the “For the Fanzians” Panel. Join Brie Leftwich and some Ozians from across Oz as we discuss fan culture surrounding the Mega Hit Musical Wicked from being a fan becoming an Ozian and discussing the show that has changed us all “For Good!”
Presenters
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Jordan Barrow

Jordan Barrow made his Broadway debut as the first Black actor to play the role of Boq in Wicked. He recently played Benny in "Rent" at the Paper Mill Playhouse. He starred alongside Victoria Clark and Montego Glover in the world premiere production of "Sousatzka" as well as in the... Read More →
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Brie Leftwich

Brie Leftwich is a recent graduate of NYU who majored in Dramatic Writing with a concentration in Playwriting and Costume Design. While Brie is known on TikTok for being a massive Wicked Fan and a Costume Designer, her first love is writing, and she looks forward to one day sharing... Read More →
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Kimber Elayne Sprawl

Your First Black Nessarose on Broadway, Kimber has also been seen as The Girl in Girl from the North Country, Jane in A Bronx Tale, Lion King, and Beautiful the Carole King Musical. Kimber is a proud graduate of The Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music.
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Lissa deGuzman

Lissa deGuzman recently finished playing Elphaba on the Wicked National Tour. Since returning to NY, she starred in the Disney Princess Concert with the Boston Pops and as Vivienne in Legally Blonde at KC Starlight. Before going green, deGuzman was on Broadway in King Kong and Aladdin... Read More →
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Jennafer Newberry

Jennafer was most recently seen as Glinda in the National Tour of Wicked! Previously she was in the ensemble where she understudied the role. Recent credits include: Disney’s Freaky Friday (Gretchen) at La Jolla Playhouse, Cleveland Playhouse, & The Alley Theatre and Finding Nemo... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Empire Complex

10:00am EDT

More than the Stage Door: How COVID Brought Fans Closer to Their Favorite Stars
COVID-19 was devastating to the Broadway community and its fans. But, despite the shutdown, the pandemic did help bring  the audience and their favorite stars closer than ever before. Join us to hear actors Josh Lamon (The Prom, Groundhog Day, Finding Neverland, Hair and many more), David Josefsberg (The Prom, Beetlejuice, The Wedding Singer, Waitress, Les Mis and many more), Dana Steingold (Beetlejuice, The Cottage, Avenue Q and more), Major Attaway (Broadway's Aladdin, regionally in Rent, Ragtime, Little Shop of Horrors and more) and Broadway Plus founder and CEO Nathaniel Hill chat about how COVID created new and lasting relationships.
Presenters
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Nathaniel Hill

Nathaniel Hill started Broadway Plus in 2016 as the first and only company to fulfill and promote Official VIP experiences for Broadway shows, a distinction that holds true today. The company quickly gained the attention and support of the Broadway and luxury travel industries alike... Read More →
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David Rimmer

David Rimmer is a private aviation executive, lifelong New Yorker and theater buff since attending his first Broadway show as a high school student. He especially loves musical theater and has deep respect for the talent and perseverance it takes to succeed on and off-Broadway. David... Read More →
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Dana Steingold

Girl Scout, Ensemble, u/s Lydia, Beetlejuice
Broadway/tours: Beetlejuice. The 25th Annual…Spelling Bee. Off-Broadway/ New York: Avenue Q, The Visit, Saturday Night, Anyone Can Whistle. Regional: Paper Mill, North Shore Music Theatre, George Street, Westport Country Playhouse, Barrington, Baltimore Center Stage, KC Rep, North... Read More →
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Major Attaway

Major is ecstatic to be attending his first BroadwayCon! Major is currently granting wishes as the resident Genie of the Lamp in Disney’s hit Musical Aladdin! Moving here for the role, he hails from DFW’s thriving Theater community in North Texas. Here in New York he’s getting... Read More →
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Josh Lamon

BROADWAY: The Prom*, Groundhog Day*, Finding Neverland*, Elf and Hair*. SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK: Into The Woods OFF-BROADWAY: A New Brain*, Little Miss Sunshine, Little Me!, Emojiland*, Dear World (Encores!), Notes From Now (Prospect) and February House (The Public). TV/FILM: Here... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Plymouth/Royale

10:00am EDT

Spotlight on Women and Nonbinary Musical Theatre Writers!
Do you know how many of your favorite Broadway songs were written by a female identifying, nonbinary, and/or gender expansive musical theatre writer? How many can you name? Want to learn about what the workers in the industry are doing to pave the way for more?  

It’s time to shine a light on the folks who are breaking ground – and breaking glass ceilings – as musical theatre writers!  

This conversation, presented by Maestra and The Dramatists Guild of America, will celebrate the trailblazers who have recently made their Broadway debuts and lift up emerging musical theatre writers who are the face of the future by bringing them in the room together. We’ll discuss their experiences, lingering disparities in the industry, as well as the ongoing programs developed to achieve progress, such as Maestra’s RISE Theatre Network, The Count, DG’s Inclusion Rider, ongoing DEIA efforts, and other resources developed to address historic inequities in Broadway and the American theatre at large.
Presenters
avatar for Rona Siddiqui

Rona Siddiqui

Rona Siddiqui is a composer/lyricist based in NYC. She is a recipient of the Jonathan Larson Grant, Billie Burke Ziegfeld award, ASCAP Harold Adamson Lyric Award, and was named one of Broadway Women's Fund's Women to Watch. Her show Salaam Medina: Tales of a Halfghan (dir. Raja Feather... Read More →
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Christiana Cole

Christiana Cole spent the pandemic writing their original Neolithic musical comedy, Tribe Without a God, about a runaway human sacrifice. As a 2020-2021 Dramatists Guild Foundation Fellow, Christiana was mentored by luminaries such as Michael Korie, Laurence O’Keefe, Nell Benjamin... Read More →
avatar for Gretchen Cryer

Gretchen Cryer

GRETCHEN CRYER is a playwright, lyricist, performer, director most well known for writing and starring in “I’m Getting My Act Together and Taking It on the Road (with music by Nancy Ford) which ran three years in New York City, a year in Los Angeles, a year in Chicago with performances... Read More →
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Kristen Anderson-Lopez

KRISTEN ANDERSON-LOPEZ is an Oscar, Grammy, and Emmy award winning songwriter. She is the co-writer of Frozen on Broadway as well as Disney’s Frozen (Oscar and Grammy wins), Frozen II (Oscar and Grammy nominations), “Remember Me” from Pixar’s Coco (Oscar win), Marvel’s WandaVision... Read More →
avatar for Georgia Stitt

Georgia Stitt

GEORGIA STITT is an award-winning composer, lyricist, music producer, pianist, and activist. Her original musicals include SNOW CHILD (commissioned, Arena Stage), BIG RED SUN (NAMT 2010), and a children’s musical, SAMANTHA SPADE, ACE DETECTIVE (“Outstanding New Musical” from... Read More →
avatar for Sarah Rebell

Sarah Rebell

Sarah Rebell is an arts journalist and musical theatre writer. She was a 2020 National Critics Institute Fellow at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center. Prior to that, she spent three years as a contributing staff writer for the feminist theatrical publication, The Interval. Additional... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

10:00am EDT

Stage Management: A Look Behind the Scenes of Broadway
A LOT goes into the making of a Broadway show and the stage manager is in the center of all of it: organizing rehearsals, teaching understudies, calling the cues and so much more. Hear from Broadway's stage managers how they work with the amazing artists onstage and behind the scenes, putting together the shows you love. The stage managers have also been at the center of the numerous changes Broadway has gone through as we come back from the pandemic shutdown. Hear how stage managers run the show, past, present, and future.
Presenters
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Tiffany N. Robinson

Tiffany N. Robinson hails from Philadelphia and holds a BFA in Theater Arts Administration from Howard University. Tiffany has worked professionally as a Stage Manager in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York for over the past decade. Selected credits: MJ The Musical (Upcoming Broadway... Read More →
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Arturo Porazzi

Arturo E. Porazzi is a 45-year AEA veteran stage manager currently with Come From Away on Broadway. Other Broadway credits include: First Date, Memphis (2010 Best Musical Tony Award), Xanadu, Chita Rivera: The Dancer’s Life, Marie Christine, Triumph of Love, Victor/Victoria, Jelly’s... Read More →
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Matthew Stern

MATTHEW STERN, founder of the Broadway Stage Management Symposium, the annual conference for all stage managers. 20+ Broadway productions including: Come From Away, Finding Neverland, On The Town, Doctor Zhivago, Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark, Death Of A Salesman, An Evening with... Read More →
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Friday July 21, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Majestic/Music Box

10:00am EDT

The Art of Audio Description
Our goal is to keep talking about audio description until the response is – that’s the accessibility service that allows blind and visually impaired patrons to enjoy theatre. We hope that this program demystifies what audio description is and helps spread the word among all theatre goers that audio description is available across the country for everyone that would like to use the service. We will also share feedback that we’ve heard from blind and low vision theatre goers from our combined experiences with audio description. We will answer any questions that workshop attendees have from how to become a describer, to how to start a description program or how to increase participation from AD users at your theatre.
Presenters
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Bryan Velazquez

Bryan Velazquez is a Group/outreach representative with Omnium a Bold New circus. He has been working with Omnium Circus since June 2021. Bryan enjoyed going to the circus as a child. As a matter fact, his first experience with audio description was at the circus. He attended Circus... Read More →
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Sabrina Martinez

Audio Describer, 1970
Sabrina Martinez attended her first musical at the age of 12 and has been an avid theatre goer ever since. In an effort to share her love of theatre, Martinez began audio describing for the blind community eight years ago at various theatres in the Houston area. A human resources... Read More →
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Nefertiti Matos Olivares

Nefertiti Matos Olivares is a blind bilingual Latina who is deeply committed to ensuring that culture is a shared space for all. As a professional voice talent who specializes in Audio Description Narration with an extensive background in Assistive Technology and museum accessibility... Read More →
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Elizabeth Bolick

Liz works as an Audio Transcriber for The Big Apple Circus and Omnium Circus, the first American circus that is totally inclusive. She’s been a describer for the BAC Circus of the Senses, The Signature Theater, Eyes Like Mine Inc., The Danny Music Awards  and SoundAssociates.  Liz... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

11:15am EDT

I Streamed A Stream: The World of Podcast Musicals
So, you’ve written a musical, but don’t have the money for a theater, sets, lights, or costumes. Or maybe you’ve written a 10-minute musical but don’t know what to do with it. How do you get it seen? Maybe it doesn't need to be seen at all! The creators of the multi-award-winning mini-musical podcast series, Bite-Sized Broadway, talk with other successful audio-theater makers about creating scripted radio plays and podcasts, working with Broadway, West End, and Hollywood stars, finding fandom around the world, budget-friendly hacks, and much more as they continue forward with multiple seasons and new innovations.
Presenters
avatar for Christopher Michaels

Christopher Michaels

Christopher Michaels is the Producing Artistic Director of IndieWorks Theatre Company in New York City and Executive Producer/Creative Director of the 12-time award-winning podcast series, BITE-SIZED BROADWAY, currently in pre-production for Season Two. Christopher also works as a... Read More →
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Rachel Klein

Rachel Klein is a Theatre Director/Choreographer and Director/Showrunner of the musical audio series The World to Come. Off-Broadway: The Gospel According to Heather (Theater 555); Red, Roses, Green Gold (Minetta Lane Theatre/ft. the music of the Grateful Dead); Around the World in... Read More →
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Drew Nichols

Drew Nichols, at age 4, received a police escort home while selling handmade puppets door-to-door. He later studied music composition at Arizona State, toured with ALW’s The Wizard of Oz, and worked with Weisersound as a keyboard programming assistant on Broadway’s Phantom of... Read More →
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Thom Sesma

Thom's recent credits include OLIVER! at NY City Center’s Encores and the premiere of Madeleine Myers' DOUBLE HELIX at Bay Street Theatre in Sag Harbor. Other credits include Man of No Importance (Classic Stage Company), Letters of Suresh (Second Stage - Lortel Award nomination... Read More →
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Johanna Carlisle-Zepeda

Johanna Carlisle-Zepeda (She/They) is an AZ native and proud Mexican- American. Off Broadway: AMERICANO! – (Felicitas Valdovinos) at New World Stages Regional Credits include: IN THE HEIGHTS (Abuela Claudia), MATILDA (Miss Trunchbull), MISS YOU LIKE HELL (Beatriz), AMERICANO! (World... Read More →
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Kit Goldstein Grant

Kit Goldstein Grant is an international composer, lyricist, and librettist, with musicals produced from NYC to South Africa. She recently wrote the musical MICRO-FACE, for NPR podcast PLANET MONEY. Her musicals have been seen in South Africa (THE NOSE, Anex Theatre Productions), New... Read More →
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Caitlyn Burt

Amir Shoenfeld and Caitlyn Burt are a London based writing team who were recently named the first Cameron Mackintosh Resident Writing Team (Theatr Clwyd, 2022). Their musical OTTO WEIDT’S BRUSH AND BROOM WORKSHOP FOR THE BLIND was featured at BEAM 2023, the UK’s biggest showcase... Read More →
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Amir Shoenfeld

Amir Shoenfeld and Caitlyn Burt are a London based writing team who were recently named the first Cameron Mackintosh Resident Writing Team (Theatr Clwyd, 2022). Their musical OTTO WEIDT’S BRUSH AND BROOM WORKSHOP FOR THE BLIND was featured at BEAM 2023, the UK’s biggest showcase... Read More →
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Jonathon Lynch

Jonathon Lynch is a producer, songwriter, & music director. He is the creator, music supervisor, and host of the award-winning podcast, “Bite-Sized Broadway.” Recently he was the music director for NPR's “Micro-Face: The Musical!” Other credits include assistant music director... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Soho Complex

11:15am EDT

Jewish Identity and Broadway - A Conversation on Representation
Jewish identity is underpinned by an age old question - what does it mean to be Jewish? And what does it mean to be Jewish on Broadway? Join us for this broad-ranging conversation on Jewish identity on Broadway!
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avatar for Alexandra Silber

Alexandra Silber

Alexandra Silber is an American actress, singer, writer and educator. She has performed roles on Broadway, in London's West End, on television and film, and concert stages. Among other stage roles, in London, she created the role of Laura Fairlie in The Woman in White (2005), played... Read More →
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Friday July 21, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Empire Complex

11:15am EDT

Reviving and Thriving - Bouncing Back from Self-Doubt
Today we constantly hear about about "Imposter Syndrome" but what is it exactly? Where does it come from? And how do we deal with it? If you want to find out, join us at this session where we'll discuss the concepts behind the being imposter and how we can work to bounce back from it. We'll discuss some of the research behind it as well as some tools to become better at managing those moments of doubt whether it's on or off the stage!
Presenters
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Kira Sparks

Mental Performance Consultant

Friday July 21, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

11:15am EDT

Survival Jobs: “The Journey to Your Broadway Debut”
Join the hosts of Survival Jobs: A Podcast Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo as they welcome three busy and booked acclaimed actors who made their Broadway debuts during the 2022-2023 season on the insightful and engaging panel, “The Journey to Your Broadway Debut”. We will get a glimpse into their artistic journeys from working survival jobs to make ends meet to getting representation, the audition process and booking their first Broadway gig. You don’t want to miss this panel full of inspirational stories, advice for performers and pulling back the curtain on the Broadway Experience. Panelists include Ashley D. Kelley (Shucked), Maria Bilboa (Sweeney Todd) and Jake Pedersen (Parade)!
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avatar for Jason A. Coombs

Jason A. Coombs

Jason A. Coombs is an accomplished SAG/AFTRA actor, writer, host and director who has appeared in dozens of  films, television shows and web series including “SNL” (NBC),  ""Mr. Robot"" (USA Network), “Tommy” (CBS), ""Grave Mysteries"" (ID Channel), and ""Two Grown"" (BET... Read More →
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Samantha Tuozzolo

Samantha Tuozzolo is a host, creator, equity actor and event professional who has been residing in New York City for the past 11 years. She is the co- host of Survival Jobs: A Podcast, which has had full video interviews hosted on Broadway World since the Spring of 2022 and full audio... Read More →
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Friday July 21, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

11:15am EDT

Tale of the Broadway Beauxhomme - Biracial Broadway Part Deux
BroadwayCon 2019 saw top Broadway community leaders and theatre professionals of mixed-race ancestry unite on the "Tale of the Broadway Beauxhomme - Discovering and Dissecting Biracial Broadway" panel (the panel's name taking inspiration from multiethnic Beauxhomme / Daniel Beauxhomme of the musical "Once On This Island") for a heartfelt discussion regarding multicultural identity and influence in the theatre. This July, we're back for BwayCon 2023 with "Tale of the Broadway Broadway Beauxhomme : Biracial Broadway Part Deux" to delve more profoundly into examining the Black / BIPOC multiracial experience on and off-Broadway; and multicultural identity in the theatre's reality, significance and relentless evolution.
Presenters
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Sydney Paige

A second-time BroadwayCon panel curator, Sydney Paige Milligan is a theatre journalist / blogger / social media content creator / nerd from Chicago, Illinois. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Theatre, a degree she has put to good use as a multilingual... Read More →
avatar for Tyler Hardwick

Tyler Hardwick

Actor, Once On This Island, Motown the Musical
Broadway: Once On This Island (Storyteller, Daniel u.s.); Motown the Musical (Eddie Kendricks, Smokey Robinson u.s.). Tours: Dreamgirls (C.C. White); Motown the Musical (Norman Whitfield). New York: ACAPPELLA, the Musical (Jeremiah); Little Dancer (Gilbert); Popstar (Robby); Regional... Read More →
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Miki Abraham

Miki Abraham (she/they) is a Broadway actor hailing from Paducah, KY. She can be found at the Nederlander theatre as a “Swing” in Shucked. Past credits include Beautiful and Once On This Island. She is an ICF accredited certified Self-Esteem coach and has helped over 200 artists... Read More →
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Kaylin Seckel

KAYLIN SECKEL was born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida and graduated from Florida State University. She holds a B.A. in Theatre and a B.A. in Music. Nat’l tour: The Lion King (Swing, u/s Nala, u/s Sarabi), Something Rotten! (Ensemble, u/s Bea) Regional Favorites: Ragtime (Actor’s... Read More →
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Micayla Nicole Brewster

Micayla Brewster is a freelance Social Media Manager who oversees the digital presence of brands within the world of Arts & Culture. Past and current clients range from musicals to museums, books to bands, podcasts to performers, and films to forums on advocacy, to name a few. Formerly... Read More →
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Chloë Campbell

Actor, King Kong, Hamilton
Proud Londoner. Currently in King Kong on Broadway. Most recently in Chicago company of Hamilton. Broadway: Tuck Everlasting. National Tour: In The Heights. London West End: Mary Poppins, Shoes, Desperately Seeking Susan, On The Town.
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Liisi LaFontaine

Liisi LaFontaine is a singer actor most known for her work on the West End. She originated the roles of Deena Jones in Dreamgirls and Satine in Moulin Rouge at the Savoy and Piccadilly theatre. Other credits involve, Fly, Gun and Powder and the tv show, Good Trouble
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Brittany Marcell Monachino

Brittany Monachino was recently performing with The National Tour of Wicked. Her former credits include King Kong OBC, Rob Ashford's Carmen with the Houston Grand Opera, Come Fall in Love- The DDLJ Musical, Dianne McIntyre's "Why I Had to Dance, and is a former member of Philadanco... Read More →
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Felicia Fitzpatrick

Felicia Fitzpatrick is a New York City-based writer, content creator, and on-camera host. Her writing has been featured in publications such as The AV Club, BuzzFeed, IndieWire, Teen Vogue, and Time Out New York. As an on-camera host, Felicia has interviewed top theatrical and television... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

11:15am EDT

“What is the Future of Broadway?” A Dream Session with Global Majority Playwrights and Musical Theatre Writers
Although the idea of what Broadway represents to our culture remains an evergreen source of inspiration for many, representation and whose stories are told on Broadway still beckons for improvement. America is defined by the unique tapestry of individuals that comprise its populations; how can we adapt our stages and approach to viewing and making theatre to ensure it uplifts everyone’s stories? Join the Dramatists Guild for a panel of playwrights and musical theatre writers of the global majority in this dream session where we aim to re-define a new Broadway magic centered around inclusion and belonging.
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avatar for Kristoffer Diaz

Kristoffer Diaz

Kristoffer Diaz is the current secretary of the Dramatists Guild. His play THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. He teaches playwriting at New York University, and his musical HELL'S KITCHEN (written with Alicia Keys) opens at The Public in November... Read More →
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Douglas Lyons

Douglas Lyons is a multi-hyphenate artist. His Broadway acting credits include the Book of Mormon, the Original Cast of Beautiful and currently the Broadway revival of Parade. Douglas has also toured in Rent, Dreamgirls and Book of Mormon. As a writer, he earned a GLAAD nomination... Read More →
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Helen Park

Composer, KPOP
Helen Park is the first Asian female composer on Broadway. A 2023 Tony nominee, three-time Drama Desk nominee and recipient of the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical and the Richard Rodgers Award, her music has been described as “perversely addictive” (The New York Times) and... Read More →
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Jordan E. Cooper

Playwright, Ain't No Mo'
Jordan E. Cooper is a two time Tony Award nominated playwright & actor. He is currently the youngest Black American playwright in the history of Broadway with his critically acclaimed play Ain't No Mo', as well as the youngest Black show-runner in television history with his Emmy-nominated... Read More →
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Christine Toy Johnson

The New Deal, Come From Away, "Iron Fist"
Christine Toy Johnson is a Tony honored, Obie, Rosetta LeNoire, JACL, and Asian American Arts Alliance award winning writer, actor, and advocate for inclusion. Her written work has been produced and/or developed by the Roundabout, Village Theatre, O’Neill Center, the Abingdon, Greater... Read More →
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Emmanuel Wilson

Emmanuel Wilson, a playwright, is the Co-Executive Director of Creative Affairs and Membership at the Dramatists Guild of America. He manages member service and programming for America’s professional playwrights, composers, lyricists, and librettists. Emmanuel also oversees the... Read More →
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Gaven D Trinidad

Gaven D. Trinidad (they/he/siya) is a first-generation queer Fil-Am dramaturg, director, playwright, and educator from NYC. They’ve had the privilege to collaborate with folx in various artistic and administrative positions at The Juilliard Drama Division, Musical Theatre Factory... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

12:15pm EDT

Broadway on a Budget!
Theater enthusiast Brian Stoll will discuss all things Broadway beginning with an update on the current state of Broadway since the COVID-19 pandemic. He will share the history and importance of the Broadway Playbill as well as touch upon some of the reasons why audience members choose to collect these memorable theatre keepsakes. Lastly, Brian will divulge a variety of money-saving tips on how to see Broadway performances for under $60.00 a ticket!
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Brian Stoll

Brian Stoll is a theatre enthusiast from Long Island NY and works as a Library Assistant at Touro University. He graduated from Binghamton University in 2011 with his Bachelor's Degree in Human Development. Since graduating, Brian has attended over 250 Broadway performances rarely... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Soho Complex

12:15pm EDT

Love Broadway? Let’s Rave!
Broadway Rave, the one and only dance party dedicated to celebrating the best in show-tunes and musical theater, is taking over BroadwayCon! Come sing along to all your favorite musical numbers, bonus points for dressing up as your favorite character! Can’t make it to our show at BroadwayCon? Good thing we’re hosting the exclusive BroadwayCon After Party at the Gramercy Theatre Saturday at 11pm! Get tickets at BroadwayRave.com.
Presenters
TB

Friday July 21, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

12:15pm EDT

Spoonies Meetup
Are you or a loved one affected by chronic pain or disability? Join us in a safe space as we discuss life as a spoonie, share tips for navigating BroadwayCon, and foster a community of friendship and support!
Friday July 21, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

12:25pm EDT

Welcome To BroadwayCon 2023!
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023! Join us for our opening ceremony to kick off this program-filled weekend!
Presenters
avatar for Niki Metcalf

Niki Metcalf

Niki Metcalf is a New York based performer best known for her time playing Tracy Turnblad on the National Tour of Hairspray. Over the past two years, she has captured content about life on the road, her popular “Sabrina Carpenter sound check series,” Hairspray skits and more... Read More →
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Melissa Anelli

CEO, Mischief Management
Melissa is the CEO of Mischief Management, which produces LeakyCon, the world’s biggest Harry Potter convention, as well as other immersive and community building events for fans. She's a host of the PotterCast and also runs The Leaky Cauldron website. In 2008 she published the... Read More →
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Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →
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Anthony Rapp

BroadwayCon Co-Creator, Actor, Rent, If/Then, "Star Trek: Discovery", "Star Trek: Discovery"
Anthony Rapp is best known for originating the role of “Mark Cohen” in Jonathan Larson’s Tony Award-winning rock opera Rent. He reprised his role in Chris Columbus’s film adaptation opposite other members of the original cast.   Anthony made his Broadway debut in Precious... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 12:25pm - 12:35pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

12:35pm EDT

BroadwayCon 2023 First Look
Join us at BroadwayCon's First Look for an exclusive, can't-miss showcase of performances from the most talk-about shows on Broadway! The First Look showcase is a BroadwayCon mainstay - this is where we first heard Jenn Corella sing "Me and the Sky", where the Queens of SIX performed before their first Broadway preview, and so much more. Make sure you don't miss this year's amazing shows!
Presenters
avatar for Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 12:35pm - 2:15pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

1:15pm EDT

Dreamland: Asian American Celebration and Representation
Asian Americans ask themselves, how do we fully represent ourselves and our culture despite being termed the “model minority”? Hear from industry and educational professionals, playwrights, and artists, both on and off Broadway to ask, are we fully represented now? Now that AAPI folx finally see themselves in leading roles and stories onstage, where do we go from here? We’ll ask questions about the struggles of representation and reception in American audiences and how we can find new pathways to spread Asian joy with those same audiences moving forward.
Presenters
avatar for Kevin Nadal

Kevin Nadal

Dr. Kevin Nadal is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the City University of New York and the current President of the Filipino American National Historical Society. He is the former Executive Director of The Center for LGBTQ Studies; a past president of the Asian American... Read More →
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Gaven D Trinidad

Gaven D. Trinidad (they/he/siya) is a first-generation queer Fil-Am dramaturg, director, playwright, and educator from NYC. They’ve had the privilege to collaborate with folx in various artistic and administrative positions at The Juilliard Drama Division, Musical Theatre Factory... Read More →
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avatar for Danika Fernandez

Danika Fernandez

Danika Fernandez is a professional spinto soprano, arts advocacy worker and educator based in the New York City and New Jersey. She currently works as the Individual Giving Coordinator for Signature Theatre.   Danika’s passion lies in celebrating her heritage and her arts advocacy... Read More →
avatar for Uma Paranjpe

Uma Paranjpe

Uma Paranjpe is an Indian-American actor and playwright from the San Francisco Bay Area. She is currently performing in Life of Pi on Broadway, covering the role of Pi. Favorite stage roles include Eman (Jhaanjar Di Paanwaan Chhankaar), Benvolio (Romeo and Juliet), and Sita (Ramaavan... Read More →
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Carolina Đỗ

Carolina Đỗ is an actor, playwright, producer and proud daughter of Vietnamese freedom fighters and refugees. [BROADWAY] Linda Vista, Grand Horizons. [NY THEATER] PlayCo: Is It Supposed To Last? ; Adjusted Realists: The Refugees; Yangtze Rep: Stacey In The States, 410[Gone] ; The... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

1:15pm EDT

How To Produce A Concept Album
Musical theater composers discuss how they funded, recorded, distributed and promoted their concept albums in a panel hosted by Emmy® award winning journalist and creator of "Lighthouse: An Immersive Drinking Musical" Jacki Thrapp.
Presenters
avatar for Jacki Thrapp

Jacki Thrapp

Jacki Thrapp is an Emmy® award-winning journalist and creator of Off-Broadway's "Lighthouse: An Immersive Drinking Musical" currently running at the SoHo Playhouse. Listen to her new single "Commerce City" on Apple Music and Spotify today!
avatar for Cameron Smithson

Cameron Smithson

Brooklyn-based music producer and engineer. Instagram: @smittymakesmusic
avatar for Elspeth Collard

Elspeth Collard

Composer, orchestrator and music teacher based in Brooklyn.
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Lourds Lane

Lourds Lane is the writer, composer and performer of the rock musical "SuperYou."
WN

Friday July 21, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

1:15pm EDT

I Know Things Now: Remembering Stephen Sondheim
Since the Broadway world lost Stephen Sondheim a year and a half ago, it seems interest in the Master has only grown. Four experts will reflect on his body of work, digging below the surface to uncover lyrical and musical gems. Peter Filichia will look back at decades of seeing Sondheim first-run shows; Howard Ho will explore whether Sondheim was more of an innovator or a traditionalist; Gail Leondar-Wright will point to things you might have missed about Sunday in the Park with George, and David Benkof will do the same for Into the Woods. Appropriate for both newbies and mega-fans. Lots of time for Q & A.
Presenters
avatar for Howard Ho

Howard Ho

Howard Ho is a playwright, composer, and Youtuber. His Youtube channel (youtube.com/HowardHoMusic) dissecting musicals has over 120,000 subscribers, was recognized by Lin-Manuel Miranda, and features videos on Sondheim's music and influence. Howard's plays RESET and VARIOUS EMPORIA... Read More →
avatar for David Benkof

David Benkof

David Benkof (TheBroadwayMaven.com), has been teaching Broadway online for more than three years. He aims to help students see the third time things they did not notice the first. His love for Broadway is triply expressed: his classes; his Youtube Channel; and his Weekly Blast N... Read More →
avatar for Peter Filichia

Peter Filichia

Playwright, Author, Back from Serendipity, Games, Adam's Gifts
Peter Filichia is the creator of his one-man show A Personal History of the American Theater which he’s performed around the country. His play God Shows Up opened off-Broadway in 2019; He’s written eight books on theater, including three editions of Let’s Put on a Musical. He... Read More →
avatar for Gail Leondar-Wright

Gail Leondar-Wright

Gail Leondar-Wright spends her time trying to uncover as much as she can about What Makes Sondheim Great. She has shared her gleanings with a number of Boston-area University extension programs and has supported Pasadena Playhouse’s Sondheim Celebration with a series of virtual... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Soho Complex

1:15pm EDT

The Power Of Social Media For Performers
Actors know the stats. There are a whole lot of us, and not a whole lot of jobs. So much so that we can go weeks, months, even years without performing professionally. So why wait for the next opportunity? Why wait for the phone to ring when we have something so valuable (and FREE!) right at our fingertips?

 
I'm talking about the power of social media. Join my friends and fellow performers in the field to talk about how we've made an impact online, and how it's affecting our careers in the theatre industry. The good, the bad, and the ugly!


 
Presenters
avatar for Maggie Bera

Maggie Bera

Maggie Bera is an actress recently seen Off-Broadway in the new musical, Powerline Road. Other Off-Broadway credits: The Baker's Wife, Helen on 86th Street. Regional: The Little Mermaid, Phantom (Fireside Theatre), The World According To Snoopy (TUTS), Peter Pan, Les Miserables (Connecticut... Read More →
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Cara Rose DiPietro

Cara Rose DiPietro is a New York City based Actor, Singer, Dancer, and Content Creator. A recent graduate of Elon University’s Music Theatre program, Cara is best known for her work at various regional theatres across the country such as Arena Stage, New London Barn Playhouse, The... Read More →
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Tyler Joseph Ellis

Tyler Joseph Ellis is an actor and content creator based in New York City. You may have seen him in such television shows as The Sex Lives of College Girls and That ‘90s Show. His recent theater credits include Muriel’s Wedding (Developmental Workshop), Passion (Boston... Read More →
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Kaisha Huguley

Multi-Hyphenate Artist & Creative, Kaisha Creates, Work from Home Musical
Kaisha S. Huguley is a New York based multi-hyphenate (actor, theatre maker, & creative) originally from Washington, D.C.Kaisha’s recent stage credits include Kinky Boots (Arts Center of Coastal Carolina & John Engeman Theatre),The Full Monty and Miracle on 34th Street (Argyle Theatre... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Empire Complex

1:15pm EDT

WICKED: Turning Green - A Greenifying Demo
Do you find yourself green with envy because you don't know how WICKED's Greenifying is done? Well fret no more! Join the make-up artists at WICKED as they chat about the process of making Elphaba her signature hue. If you're lucky, they might even spill the tea on some make-up secrets, some subtle differences between act one and two, and much more.
Presenters
SM
CK
TS

Friday July 21, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

1:15pm EDT

Open Level Writing a Hit: Aspiring Songwriters Workshop with Adam Gwon
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED  

Attending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. Submitting an application does not guarantee access to workshops. Only registered attendees who are accepted into workshops will be allowed to participate in or observe workshops. Please apply via https://www.broadwaycon.com/workshops. Applications close Friday, July 14, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. 
What makes a hit musical theatre song memorable? Have you ever wondered about how some of your favorite Broadway hits make the journey from the conception of an idea to a household classic? Join master songwriters for an interactive discussion on how some of our favorite songs were made, and learn a recipe of your own to bring home and try out for yourself! Songwriters of any experience level are encouraged to join. Due to the intimate nature of this workshop and limited available space, applications will be accepted and reviewed by an objective committee.
Presenters
avatar for Adam Gwon

Adam Gwon

ADAM GWON’s musicals have been produced on six continents in more than half-a-dozen languages. Off-Broadway: Scotland, PA (Roundabout – Drama Desk nomination, NYT Critic’s Pick), Ordinary Days (Roundabout, Keen Company revival – Drama League Award nomination); Regional: Witnesses... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 1:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Workshops (Duffy/Columbia)

2:30pm EDT

Photographs D1 - Ben Cameron
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
avatar for Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 2:30pm - 2:45pm EDT
Photographs Area

2:30pm EDT

BroadwayCon LGBTQIA+/TNB2S+ Meetup
Friday July 21, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

2:30pm EDT

Building the Broadway-Bound New Musical “HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO” with Accessibility in Mind
Meet a few of the autistic artistic collaborators behind the Broadway-bound musical, "How to Dance in Ohio”. Our panelists will share personal experiences and highlight the value of disability inclusion and accessibility in the theatre industry. They will offer examples and insights on making spaces that prioritize access, as well as the unique aspects of the "How to Dance in Ohio" development that theatre makers can bring to their process.
Presenters
avatar for Ashley Wool

Ashley Wool

Ashley Wool (she/her) (Jessica) is a New York native and a graduate of SUNY Geneseo. Favorite regional credits include: Company(Amy), Xanadu (Kira/Clio), The Ad- dams Family (Wednesday; OnStage Critics Award nominee). Like her character, Ashley is a huge fan of anything cinnamon raisin... Read More →
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Conor Tague

Conor Tague (he/him/his) is extremely excited to be part of this year’s BroadwayCon for How to Dance in Ohio. A graduate of the Professional Conservatory of Musical Theatre at New York Film Academy, credits include his Television role as Cody Hill on the Law & Order SVU, William... Read More →
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Imani Russell

Imani Russell [they/them] is a queer Black+Boricua multi-hyphenate artist from Crown Heights (unceded Lenape land). Trained in classical music, musical theatre, and acting, Imani has performed off-Broadway and at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe (EFF), and is an emerging voice actor... Read More →
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Madison Kopec

Madison Kopec (she/her) (Marideth) is so grateful to be working with this incredible group of people on this project. She would like to thank the team, her family, friends, and her green-cheeked conure, Buddy, for their love and support.

Friday July 21, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Empire Complex

2:30pm EDT

Give 'Em The Old Razzle Dazzle: Broadway Publicity Over the Years
Have you ever scrolled through BroadwayWorld, Playbill, or a show's social media account and wondered who decides what clips and slogans get on those sites, what audience the show is trying to appeal to, or the general tone the ads take? This panel provides a rare opportunity to hear from a group of the theater's leading publicists over the past 50 years about how the decisions get made and how that process has changed.
Presenters
avatar for Irene Gandy

Irene Gandy

Publicist/ Producer, Jeffrey Richards and Associates
LADY IRENE GANDY, winner of the 2020 Tony Honors Excellence in Theatre Award, has recently been appointed to Drama League Board of Directors. She is the only Black female press agent member of ATPAM (Association of Theatrical Press Agents and Managers) for over 50 years. Working with... Read More →
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Joshua Ellis

Former Broadway Press Agent, Into the Woods, Fences, 42nd Street
Josh Ellis started his career as a Broadway publicist exactly 50 years ago. The shows he publicized include the original "Into The Woods," "Fences," "42nd Street," "Nicholas Nickleby," "Big River," "The Elephant Man, and the award-winning revivals of "The King and I" (Yul Brynner... Read More →
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Charles Kirsch

Charles Kirsch is the 15-year-old host of the Broadway podcast Backstage Babble, which has presented 150 in-depth interviews with leading figures in the theater industry such as Harvey Fierstein, Chita Rivera, and Joel Grey. In 2022, Kirsch produced a Backstage Babble Live! Concert... Read More →
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Sara Garcia

Sara Garcia has a background in theatrical publicity and currently works in the communications and marketing department at New York City Center. She arrived at City Center in 2018 as an apprentice during the 75th Anniversary season and transitioned into her current position over... Read More →
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Juliana Hannett

JULIANA HANNETT began her career as a stage manager but found her calling as a theatrical press agent in 2001. She has had the pleasure of working on many Broadway productions over the years in an agency setting with Boneau/Bryan-Brown, Barlow-Hartman, The Hartman Group, Philip Rinaldi... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Soho Complex

2:30pm EDT

How Writers Get Paid on Broadway and Beyond
For every lit marquee, there is a writer (or team of writers) brave enough to dream up a story worthy of inspiring countless theatre lovers. Some scripts or scores take years, even decades of development before actors and creative teams bring them to life, and every beloved character began with an idea. Have you ever wondered how a writer gets paid before and after that magic moment a Broadway curtain goes up on the first performance? Join the Dramatists Guild for this session as we lift the curtain behind the mystery: how theatre writers get paid on Broadway!
Presenters
avatar for Doug G. Wright

Doug G. Wright

Playwright
Broadway credits include Good Night, Oscar starring Sean Hayes (Chicago’s Joseph Jefferson Award for Best New Play), I Am My Own Wife (Tony Award, Pulitzer Prize, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle Award and others), War Paint, Hands on a Hardbody (Drama Desk nomination), The Little... Read More →
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Ralph Sevush

Ralph Sevush, Esq., with the Dramatists Guild since 1997, is their Co-Executive Director of Business Affairs & General Counsel, where he advises and advocates for dramatists. An entertainment attorney (Cardozo, `91), he did transactional work for various media companies before becoming... Read More →
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Amanda Green

Amanda Green is a two-time Tony nominated, Grammy Award nominated lyricist/composer and writer. She is a winner of Frederick Loewe Award for Composition, and the Jonathan Larson Award. Her musicals include Mr. Saturday Night, Hands On A Hardbody, Bring It On, High Fidelity and upcoming... Read More →
RL
avatar for Joey Contreras

Joey Contreras

Joey Contreras is a New York based, Mexican American musical theatre and pop songwriter, internationally known for his various projects, performances, and studio album releases, amassing millions of streams. He is a two-time Fred Ebb Award finalist, three-time Jonathan Larson Grant... Read More →
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Sandy Rustin

SANDY RUSTIN is an actress and award-winning playwright named by American Theatre Magazine as one of the “Most-Produced Playwrights of the ’22-’23 season.” Her stage adaptation of the film CLUE is one of the most-produced plays in the U.S., with over 3,000 productions worldwide... Read More →
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Kristoffer Diaz

Kristoffer Diaz is the current secretary of the Dramatists Guild. His play THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. He teaches playwriting at New York University, and his musical HELL'S KITCHEN (written with Alicia Keys) opens at The Public in November... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

2:30pm EDT

I Am An Islander: A Discussion Of Islanders In Theater
People from the forgotten spots in the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and Pacific Islands come together to celebrate famous Islanders in the theater industry, reflect on personal stories about what lead each presenter to go into theater, and discuss on what the industry can do in terms of safety and representation for Islander actors and crew workers.
Presenters
avatar for Nikko Angelo Hinayo

Nikko Angelo Hinayo

Nikko Angelo Hinayo (they/he) is a Filipino-Canadian actor, model, artist, musical theatre performer currently based in New York City. They are known for their sincerity, charisma, and magnetic stage presence in any work they are blessed to be a part of. Over the past years Nikko... Read More →
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Darcy Kane

Darcy is NYC born AAPI Costume Designer and member of IATSE Local One and Local 764. Her career backstage on Broadway in wardrobe and as a stagehand includes hit shows including Hamilton, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Dear Evan Hansen, Aladdin, Frozen and many more. She recently designed... Read More →
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Noah Manumaleuga

Noah Manumaleuga is a 23 year old Polynesian performer most commonly known for his online presence on TikTok & YouTube (@umokayig) where he often does impressions of Broadway celebrities such as Lin-Manuel Miranda, Norbert Leo Butz, and more! He is currently located in Arizona but... Read More →
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Mandy Padilla

Mandy Padilla is a theater student and seamstress/cosplayer here in NYC. She can normally be found doing various photoshoots around Sunset Park as Mirabel Madrigal or walking through theaters with their red bucket to collect for Broadway Cares. They love to find ways to craft imaginings/re-imaginings... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

2:30pm EDT

WICKED: The Witches of WICKED
Elphaba and Glinda - we defy you to name two more iconic roles that have taken Broadway by storm! Join this panel of illustrious women as they talk about their journeys with WICKED, the advice they received from others before them, and so much more.
Presenters
SM
JD
TS
HP
AJ

Friday July 21, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

3:00pm EDT

Autographs 1 D3 - Ben Cameron
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
avatar for Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 3:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Autographs Area 1

3:45pm EDT

BroadwayCon First-Time Attendee Meetup
Welcome to BroadwayCon! First time? Come meet some fellow first-time attendees!
Friday July 21, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

3:45pm EDT

Gold and Platinum Exclusive Panel - Owning the Classics: How We Make LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Our Show
Join members of the LITTLE SHOP OF HORROR cast as they discuss what it's like to be part of such a storied and beloved show - and how they make those roles and iconic moments their own. This panel is exclusively for Gold and Platinum pass holders.
Presenters
WC
AA
JW
TR
DU

Friday July 21, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

3:45pm EDT

Make 'Em Laugh! Comedy on Broadway
Theatre moves us in so many ways but perhaps one of the most challenging things for a performer to do is make an audience laugh! Join these Broadway performers as they talk about their careers in comedy and the importance of bringing joy and levity to the Broadway stage.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Anelli

Melissa Anelli

CEO, Mischief Management
Melissa is the CEO of Mischief Management, which produces LeakyCon, the world’s biggest Harry Potter convention, as well as other immersive and community building events for fans. She's a host of the PotterCast and also runs The Leaky Cauldron website. In 2008 she published the... Read More →
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Grey Henson

Actor, Mean Girls, Shucked
Grey Henson is currently playing Storyteller 2 in the new Broadway musical "Shucked". He was Tony nominated for his performance as Damian in the original Broadway cast of "Mean Girls", and played the role of Elder McKinley in "The Book of Mormon" on Broadway after originating the... Read More →
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Ilana Levine

Actor, Podcast Host, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown; Little Known Facts with Ilana Levine
As an actress, Ilana  has performed on stage and screen to critical acclaim.  On Broadway, Ilana is best known to musical theater fans for her comedic turn as ""Lucy Van Pelt"" in the Broadway revival of, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown. Ilana also starred in the Broadway productions... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

3:45pm EDT

That Wouldn't Fly Today: The Art of Revising Revivals
For those of us who are enthusiasts of Golden Age musicals, especially lesser-known ones, it can be disappointing to find out that the show you love has some problematic elements, be they structural or political. Luckily, there are theater artists who stop these shows from being totally forgotten. This panel will consist of artistic directors of companies that decide when these revisions are necessary and librettists who do the rewriting themselves.
Presenters
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Lear deBessonet

LEAR deBESSONET is a Tony-nominated director and the Artistic Director of Encores! at New York City Center. She directed Into the Woods on Broadway following its engagement at Encores! Other recent directing includes Oliver! (Encores), Hercules (Disney Theatrical Group), and Annie... Read More →
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avatar for Robert W. Schneider

Robert W. Schneider

Original Programming Producer, Feinstein's/54 Below
JOHN WEIDMAN has written the books for a wide variety of musicals, among them Pacific Overtures, Assassins and Road Show, all with scores by Stephen Sondheim; Contact, co-created with  director/choreographer Susan Stroman; Happiness, score by Scott Frankel and Michael Korie, Take... Read More →
avatar for Amanda Green

Amanda Green

Amanda Green is a two-time Tony nominated, Grammy Award nominated lyricist/composer and writer. She is a winner of Frederick Loewe Award for Composition, and the Jonathan Larson Award. Her musicals include Mr. Saturday Night, Hands On A Hardbody, Bring It On, High Fidelity and upcoming... Read More →
avatar for Charles Kirsch

Charles Kirsch

Charles Kirsch is the 15-year-old host of the Broadway podcast Backstage Babble, which has presented 150 in-depth interviews with leading figures in the theater industry such as Harvey Fierstein, Chita Rivera, and Joel Grey. In 2022, Kirsch produced a Backstage Babble Live! Concert... Read More →
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Schele Williams

Schele Williams is a director committed to cultivating new musicals and devised work with authentic representation on stage and off. Profiled in Variety’s Top 10 Broadway to Watch, she is currently directing the upcoming Broadway revivals of Aida (Disney Theatrical Group) and... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Soho Complex

3:45pm EDT

The Artist as CEO: Sustaining a Life in the Theatre
So you’re a Broadway fan, and you want to take your love of theatre to the next level! Congratulations! It’s an exciting moment when you decide you’d like to take the jump and make a career around the art and community you love most. What happens next? Lucky for you, there many creative and innovative ways to make a living in the theatre industry! From theatre writing, to dramaturging, administration, directing, performing, and more: you can translate your passion into something only you can do. Join the Dramatists Guild for a session dedicated to learning how to advocate for yourself and learn something that feels like a mystery to many: the business of making theatre! In this interactive workshop, participants should expect to learn how to formulate a brief artistic statement to share with others, learn the basics of self advocacy/business practice as an artist, and be prepared to give and receive feedback from other participants.
Presenters
avatar for Winter Miller

Winter Miller

Raised by activist feminist parents and schooled by Quakers, Winter Miller is surprisingly amusing. She makes and champions art to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable. Eartha Kitt once held her left hand for five minutes.  Recent works include the 2022 premiere of When... Read More →
avatar for Samuel D. Hunter

Samuel D. Hunter

Samuel D. Hunter grew up in Moscow, Idaho and lives in New York City. His full-length plays include The Whale (Drama Desk Award, Lucille Lortel Award, GLAAD Media Award), A Case for the Existence of God (New York Drama Critics Circle Award, Hull-Warriner Award), A Bright New Boise... Read More →
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Emma Goldman-Sherman

Emma Goldman-Sherman's plays have been produced on 4 continents and are published by Next Stage Press, Brooklyn Publishers, Smith & Kraus, and Applause. They are a Playwright-In-Residence with Experimental Bitch where they are developing the musical, Tanya's Lit Clit. Their dark comedy... Read More →
avatar for Chisa Hutchinson

Chisa Hutchinson

Chisa Hutchinson (B.A. Vassar; M.F.A. NYU) has presented plays at such venues as Atlantic Theater Company, the National Black Theatre, Second Stage Theater and Arch 468 in London. Her first radio play, PROOF OF LOVE, can be found on Audible. She’s won some cool awards including... Read More →
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Tari Stratton

Tari Stratton has worked at the Dramatists Guild of America for over 25 years. She produces the Guild’s regional and national conferences, their annual Awards Night, and other special events such as the Anti-Piracy Blast to stop sheet music online piracy, and Copyright Matters... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

3:45pm EDT

The Museum of Broadway Presents “Trailblazers of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow”
This conversation will feature notable guests from the Broadway community on their inspiration from the past and how it effects the work they create today, centered around the idea that theatre created today wouldn’t be possible had so many people not pioneered and broken ground in our past. The panelists will also discuss their predictions for how this art form will continue to grow and expand in the future.
Presenters
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Helen Park

Composer, KPOP
Helen Park is the first Asian female composer on Broadway. A 2023 Tony nominee, three-time Drama Desk nominee and recipient of the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical and the Richard Rodgers Award, her music has been described as “perversely addictive” (The New York Times) and... Read More →
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Kristen Anderson-Lopez

KRISTEN ANDERSON-LOPEZ is an Oscar, Grammy, and Emmy award winning songwriter. She is the co-writer of Frozen on Broadway as well as Disney’s Frozen (Oscar and Grammy wins), Frozen II (Oscar and Grammy nominations), “Remember Me” from Pixar’s Coco (Oscar win), Marvel’s WandaVision... Read More →
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Robert Lopez

ROBERT LOPEZ is the co-creator of the smash hit, Tony award winning Broadway musicals Avenue Q and Book of Mormon. Along with his wife and collaborator Kristen Anderson-Lopez, he is the co-writer of Disney’s animated features Frozen (Oscar and Grammy wins) and Frozen II (Oscar and... Read More →
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Friday July 21, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Empire Complex

3:45pm EDT

UNLIMITED: An All-TNB2S+ Cabaret
Join Breaking the Binary Theatre as they showcase the talents of some of the most dazzling transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ (TNB2S+) performers in the theater today as they manifest their dreams through song.
Presenters
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Hennessy Winkler

Raised in Hawaii and settled in NYC. Currently in Sweeney Todd as one of the first out trans men on Broadway; Broadway National Tour of Daniel Fish’s Oklahoma! starring as Will Parker; Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil workshop with Jason Robert Brown; La Jolla Playhouse New... Read More →
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Justin David Sullivan

Justin David Sullivan (he/she/they) is a trans non-binary singer, actor, and artist in New York City. Justin is currently starring as May in the pop-hit Broadway musical & Juliet at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.
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Sushma Saha

Broadway: “1776” at the Roundabout (Judge James Wilson, PA). Off-Broadway: “Interstate” at Theatre Row (Henry). Regional: “1776” at the ART (Judge James Wilson, PA), “7 Minutes” with Waterwell Theater (Nicole), “Girlfriend” at The Drama League (Will), “Interstate... Read More →
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Kolton Krouse

Kolton Krouse, originally from Gilbert, Arizona, began their training at the age of 9 at Tempe Dance Academy. While attending their 2nd Year at The Juilliard School, they were simultaneously performing in the Broadway Revival of CATS the Musical every night as Tumblebrutus. Most recently... Read More →
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Marla Louissaint

Marla Louissaint (aka Marla Lou) is a Haitian born visionary making the revolution irresistible as an award winning performer (Jimmy Awards, Netflix’s Seven Seconds, Showtime’s Flatbush Misdemeanors), internationally published model (Vogue Italia, Oprah Magazine, SavagexFenty... Read More →
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Max Crumm

actor, Emojiland
Broadway: Scott, DISASTER! (The Nederlander), Danny, GREASE (Lena Horne). Off-Broadway: MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS, EMOJILAND, THE EVOLUTION OF MANN, HOT MESS, THE FANTASTICKS, DISASTER! , BROOKLYN CRUSH {formerly: F#%KING UP EVERYTHING}. Festival/Regional: Woody Harrelson... Read More →
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Adina Verson

Adina Verson (they/she). Most recently, Adina originated the role of Ali in A Transparent Musical at the Mark Taper Forum. Theatre credits include the original cast of Indecent (Broadway, Ahmanson), Wives (Playwrights Horizons), Collective Rage (MCC), Eddie and Dave (Atlantic Theatre... Read More →
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Friday July 21, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

3:45pm EDT

Open Level Body Positive Audition Masterclass with Stephanie Lexis and Marcus Herndon
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Attending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. Submitting an application does not guarantee access to workshops. Only registered attendees who are accepted into workshops will be allowed to participate in or observe workshops. Please apply via https://www.broadwaycon.com/workshops. Applications close Friday, July 14, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. 
This masterclass will specialize in a body positive approach to audition preparation. Led by Stephanie Lexis (Audition Coach and founder of Broadway Body Positivity Project) and Marcus Herndon (Voice Instructor at Syracuse University), performers in marginalized body types and identities will learn how to anchor themselves into roles they've been traditionally excluded from playing.
Presenters
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Marcus Herndon

Marcus Herndon, originally from Upstate New York, Graduated from NYU with a Master’s in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy. They currently teach voice at Syracuse University’s Department of Drama.
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Stephanie Lexis

Broadway Body Positivity Project
Stephanie Lexis is an overly ambitious multi-hyphenate from New Jersey, being an audition coach, actress, singer-songwriter, music video director, comedienne, and body liberation activist. Launched in 2019, Lexis is the Founder and CEO of Broadway Body Positivity Project (""""BroadwayBopo... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 3:45pm - 5:45pm EDT
Workshops (Duffy/Columbia)

5:00pm EDT

AVENUE Q Reunion
Celebrate 20 years on Avenue Q at BroadwayCon!
Presenters
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Robert Lopez

ROBERT LOPEZ is the co-creator of the smash hit, Tony award winning Broadway musicals Avenue Q and Book of Mormon. Along with his wife and collaborator Kristen Anderson-Lopez, he is the co-writer of Disney’s animated features Frozen (Oscar and Grammy wins) and Frozen II (Oscar and... Read More →
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Rick Lyon

Puppeteer, Avenue Q
RICK LYON is best known for designing and building all of the puppets for the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Avenue Q. Rick was also in that show's original cast, having created the roles of Nicky, Trekkie Monster, the blue Bad Idea Bear, and others. Rick's company, The Lyon... Read More →
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Ann Harada

Actor, Emojiland, Avenue Q, "Schmigadoon!"
Ann Harada is best known for Avenue Q (Christmas Eve) on Broadway and in London’s West End. Other Bway: Into the Woods, Cinderella (Charlotte), Les Misérables (Mme. Thenardier), 9 to 5, Seussical, and M. Butterfly. Off-Bway: Dear World, Fairycakes, Emojiland, I Married an Angel... Read More →
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Jen Barnhart

Avenue Q
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Erin Quill

Actor
Erin Quill is a dual citizen of Australia and the USA. She holds a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University. She was an Member of the Original Broadway Company of TONY Award Winning musical, AVENUE Q. Other shows include DAVE, FLOWER DRUM SONG, KING & I, and many more. TV/Film includes... Read More →
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Carmen Ruby Floyd

actor
Broadway vet has performed in 5 Tony Award winning musicals. Disney's The Lion King as Shenzi, Avenue Q as Gary Coleman and The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess with Audra McDonald and Norm Lewis. In her fourth show, After Midnight, the Associated Press said “Carmen Ruby Floyd never sings... Read More →
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Nick Kohn

NICK KOHN finished 14 years in the Tony Award Musical Avenue Q, playing Brian in over 5,000 performances. THEATRE: Avenue Q (Broadway/Las Vegas), Buddy Holly Story (National Tour), Chicago (North Shore Music Theater), The Full Monty – Kevin Kline Award Nomination (Stages St. Louis... Read More →
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Jeff Marx

Jeff Marx is an American composer and lyricist of musicals. He is best known for creating the Broadway musical Avenue Q with collaborator Robert Lopez.
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Jeff Whitty

Musicals: AVENUE Q (Tony Award, Best Book), BRING IT ON, TALES OF THE CITY, the original pre-Broadway HEAD OVER HEELS (that audiences liked). Plays: THE FURTHER ADVENTURES OF HEDDA GABLER, THE HIDING PLACE, THE PLANK PROJECT, BALLS, and a MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM modern-language... Read More →
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Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

5:00pm EDT

BroadwayCon PopUp Piano Bar - Brought to you by the Friki Tiki
Welcome to the BroadwayCon PopUp Piano Bar - Brought to you by the Friki Tiki! This exclusive event is for Gold and Platinum ticket holders. Please visit our site to purchase tickets.
Presenters
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Sarah Glassman

Friki Tiki
Sarah Glassman is an actor, singer, songwriter, teacher, and pianist, whose work has enabled her to become one of the most versatile artists in NYC.

Friday July 21, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

5:00pm EDT

BroadwayCon Returning Fans Meetup
Is this your second time? Fourth? ONE HUNDREDTH?! Well, no, not that last one...but if you've been more than once, come meet up with fellow Broadway fans!
Friday July 21, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

5:00pm EDT

From Fandom to Famous: My Ultra Clutch Hairspray Life
You think you're too much of a fan? Ever feel like your fandom has gotten out of control? Niki was such a huge fan it changed her entire life. Join her in this hairspray filled deep dive into her ultra clutch life!
Presenters
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Melissa Anelli

CEO, Mischief Management
Melissa is the CEO of Mischief Management, which produces LeakyCon, the world’s biggest Harry Potter convention, as well as other immersive and community building events for fans. She's a host of the PotterCast and also runs The Leaky Cauldron website. In 2008 she published the... Read More →
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Niki Metcalf

Niki Metcalf is a New York based performer best known for her time playing Tracy Turnblad on the National Tour of Hairspray. Over the past two years, she has captured content about life on the road, her popular “Sabrina Carpenter sound check series,” Hairspray skits and more... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Empire Complex

5:00pm EDT

POINT ME TOWARD TOMORROW: An All-TNB2S+ Panel
Following the UNLIMITED Cabaret on the Main Stage, join Breaking the Binary Theatre as Founding Artistic Director George Strus (they/them) moderates a conversation with key transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ (TNB2S+) theatremakers as they ruminate on their experiences in the theatre industry and envision a more inclusive working environment for TNB2S+ artists.
Presenters
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L Morgan Lee

Actor, A Strange Loop, The Danish Girl
L Morgan Lee is an Obie award-winning actress and theatre maker most known for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop, which garnered her a Lucille Lortel nomination and the distinction of being the first openly transgender actress to originate a role... Read More →
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Max Vernon

Max Vernon is a Tony Award nominateed playwright/composer/lyricist whose musicals include The View UpStairs (30+ productions including New York, Chicago, Tokyo, London, and Sydney), KPOP, The Tattooed Lady, and Show & Tell. They are a three-time Drama Desk nominee, Out100 Honoree... Read More →
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Danny Marin

DANNY MARIN (they/them) is a transplant of Southern California and makes minimum wage writing/performing in NYC. They originated the parody roles of Seymour in Liquor Shop of Horrors and Lefou in Beauty & The Bourbon as part of Drunk Musicals' Off-Broadway run! Previously they’ve... Read More →
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MJ Kaufman

MJ Kaufman is an NYC / Lenapehoking-based playwright who co-wrote the book for A TRANSPARENT MUSICAL (Mark Taper Forum 2023). Their plays have also been seen at The Public Theater, WP Theater, National Asian American Theater Company, Williamstown Theatre Festival, and theatres and... Read More →
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Ianne Fields Stewart

Ianne Fields Stewart (pronouns: she/her/they/them) is a black, queer, and transfeminine New York-based storyteller working at the intersection of theatre and activism. Their work and she are dedicated to interrupting the exclusivity of luxury by making things like entertainment, nourishment... Read More →
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George Strus

George Strus (they/them) is a trans non-binary Latiné artist. They founded Breaking the Binary Theatre: a new work development and community building hub for transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ theatermakers. In addition to their role as Founding Artistic Director of Breaking... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Soho Complex

5:00pm EDT

Presenting Classic Musicals of the Past
James Morgan from Musicals in Mufti, Mel Miller from Musicals Tonight! and Robert Schneider from J2 Spotlight have found and restored many classic musicals that may have been forgotten if it weren't for them reminding us of past musicals from Cole Porter to Sheldon Harnick. How do they choose which musicals to present and preserve? How do they find such talented performers to outdo Merman and Martin? Is there some musical from the past that you have always wanted to see for the first time or again? I'd love to see Kander and Ebb's Steel Piers myself.
Presenters
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Robert W. Schneider

Original Programming Producer, Feinstein's/54 Below
JOHN WEIDMAN has written the books for a wide variety of musicals, among them Pacific Overtures, Assassins and Road Show, all with scores by Stephen Sondheim; Contact, co-created with  director/choreographer Susan Stroman; Happiness, score by Scott Frankel and Michael Korie, Take... Read More →
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James Morgan

Scenic Designer and Producing Artistic Director, The York Theatre Company
Jim Morgan is the Producing Artistic Director of Manhattan's award-winning The York Theatre Company. He has been in that position for 26 years, and has been associated with the company since 1974. He is also a scenic and graphic designer, whose work has been seen all over the country... Read More →
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Melvin Miller

Mel Miller was the Artistic Director of the OBIE-Award winning theater company Musicals Tonight! It its 20-year run it revived 100 classic musicals and some were New York premieres and a few were American premieres.
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Eva Heinemann

Eva Heinemann runs HI! DRAMA on television,facebook, twitter and youtube for 30 years. Theatre reviews, interviews, show excerpts. If it has to do with theatre, it's on this show. Also, we occasionally break into dance and cabaret. If you want to keep up to date with all the theatre... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

5:00pm EDT

ProSkills Workshop with Fredi Walker-Browne
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Attending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. Submitting an application does not guarantee access to workshops. Only registered attendees who are accepted into workshops will be allowed to participate in or observe workshops. Please apply via https://www.broadwaycon.com/workshops. Applications close Friday, July 14, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. 
Presenters
avatar for Fredi Walker-Browne

Fredi Walker-Browne

Actor, Rent, Let the Chips Fall Where They May, "Search Party"
Fredi Walker-Browne is best known for creating the role of Joanne Jefferson in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical RENT! This year she played Lena, the iconic lead in the 50th anniversary production of Lorraine Hansberry’s RAISIN. She appears as “Ghost” in Season 3 of HBO’s... Read More →

Friday July 21, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

5:00pm EDT

The Making A Musical Podcast Presents: How To Produce A Broadway Show (Live from BroadwayCon)
In this live episode of the Making A Musical Podcast, Emmy® award-winning journalist Jacki Thrapp interviews Broadway producers to learn how they pick, fund, produce and market a Broadway show.
Presenters
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Jacki Thrapp

Jacki Thrapp is an Emmy® award-winning journalist and creator of Off-Broadway's "Lighthouse: An Immersive Drinking Musical" currently running at the SoHo Playhouse. Listen to her new single "Commerce City" on Apple Music and Spotify today!

Friday July 21, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace
 
Saturday, July 22
 

9:00am EDT

Attendee Check-In
Welcome to BroadwayCon!
Once you arrive at the New York Marriott Marquis, head to the fifth floor lobby with a printed or digital copy of your ticket. We will scan your ticket and exchange it for a convention badge. This badge must be worn at all times. 
BroadwayCon 2022 Health & Safety Policy
The health and safety of our attendees, guests, exhibitors, staff, and other members of the community is incredibly important to us. To see the most up-to-date health and safety policy for BroadwayCon 2023, please click here.
Accommodations for People with Disabilities 
BroadwayCon is accessible to all attendees! When registering, you will be asked if you have a disability that will impact your time at the event, and if so, you will be prompted to tell us about what we can do to make your experience better. This includes, but is not limited to, attendees who are hard of hearing, low-vision, have mobility impairments, or need a quiet place to rest during the convention. Please head over to the customer service desk where they will assist you in making the most of your time here at BroadwayCon!
Saturday July 22, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Registration Area (Fifth Floor Lobby)

9:00am EDT

Customer Service Open
We're here to help!
If you've lost something important, have a question you need answered, or require accommodations for a disability, stop by the customer service desk and a member of BroadwayCon staff will be happy to help you.
Saturday July 22, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Customer Service (Fifth Floor Lobby)

9:00am EDT

Marketplace Hours
Hey, big spenders and budget shoppers! There’s something for everyone in the Marketplace. Spend some time perusing unique Broadway and theatre merchandise, purchase tickets to your new favorite show, register for acting and theatre camps, and so much more!
Saturday July 22, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Marketplace (Westside Ballroom)

10:00am EDT

Photographs A1 - L Morgan Lee
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
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L Morgan Lee

Actor, A Strange Loop, The Danish Girl
L Morgan Lee is an Obie award-winning actress and theatre maker most known for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop, which garnered her a Lucille Lortel nomination and the distinction of being the first openly transgender actress to originate a role... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 10:00am - 10:15am EDT
Photographs Area

10:00am EDT

After the Final Chandelier Falls
Join some of the closing cast members of Phantom of the Opera as they tell stories and share what is was like leading up to closing and being a part of the longest running show in Broadway history.
Presenters
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Jeremy Stolle

Jeremy Stolle is a recording artist and concert singer currently in the Broadway production of The Phantom of the Opera. Recently, Jeremy starred in the brand-new Disney theatricals pre-Broadway production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, directed by Scott Schwartz and written by Alan... Read More →
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Gregory Mills

Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera (Swing), The Woman in White. Off-Broadway: After the Ball (Irish Rep). Tours: The Phantom of the Opera (Raoul), Big (Josh). Las Vegas: Phantom. Regional: Evita (Che), Jesus Christ Superstar (Jesus), Miss Saigon (Chris), Aida (Radames), Sweeney... Read More →
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Laird Mackintosh

Laird Mackintosh recently played the Phantom in the final Broadway performance of “Phantom of the Opera”. He has an 11-year history with the show, having played Raoul in the Toronto production and Monsieur Andre on Broadway, in addition to being a long-time Phantom cover. Most... Read More →
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Carl Moe

Heralded by the New York Times as an “ardent tenor,” Carlton Moe made his Broadway debut as Ubaldo Piangi in The Phantom of the Opera where he also had the honor of performing as a part of the final cast of Phantom’s historic 35 year run. He debuted at Carnegie Hall with the... Read More →
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Elizabeth Welch

Elizabeth Welch spent 15 years in The Phantom of the Opera, as either Christine Daae, or in the ensemble as a cover. The majority of those years were in the Broadway production. She started her Phantom journey on the National Tour, and she spent a year in Germany as Christine Daae... Read More →
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Maree Johnson

Maree was part of the final cast, playing Madame Giry in the original production of The Phantom Of The Opera on Broadway. Last year, she returned to her hometown of Sydney, Australia, to play Madame Giry in Opera Australia’s spectacular Sydney Harbour production of Phantom... Read More →
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Sara Esty

Sara is a former soloist with the Miami City Ballet company, and a Princess Grace Award recipient for excellence in dance. Select theater credits include An American in Paris (Lise Dassin - Broadway/1st National Tour), The Phantom of the Opera (Meg Giry - Final Broadway Company), Hoagy... Read More →
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Joyce Belitsky

Joyce Belitsky is the owner/CEO of ELA Entertainment. A music label, production company that was created to grow the talents of Broadway artists off the Broadway stage. She is currently working on a few studio concept albums as well as working with a number of Broadway actors while... Read More →
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Meghan Picerno

She/Her
MEGHAN PICERNO handpicked by theatre legend, Hal Prince, Meghan returned as Phantom’s leading lady, Christine Daaé, for its historic Broadway reopening, where she was recently nominated as Broadway Replacement of the Decade, (Broadway World). Previously she delighted audiences... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

10:00am EDT

Are You An Actor? No! Nontraditional Roles on Broadway and Off-Broadway
Beyond the stage and wayyy beyond the backstage is a world of often unknown theatrical workers that help keep our industry afloat. Join a panel discussion highlighting some of the lesser-known careers in the theatrical field and the fluidity in theatre career paths that led us to these positions. If you’re not sure if you want to be onstage, offstage, or somewhere in the middle – this panel is for you!
Presenters
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Austin Kunis

Austin Kunis is originally from Atlanta, Georgia, and once ran away with the circus and never looked back. With a background in prop fabrication and production management, he’s had a varied theatrical career ranging from shooting off fireworks to building props for drag queens and... Read More →
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Heather Fuentes

Heather Fuentes is the Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Theatre Operations at The Shubert Organization, America’s oldest professional theatre company and the largest theatre owner on Broadway. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Heather attended her first Broadway show... Read More →
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Corey Steinfast

Corey is the Director of Sales at Broadway Plus, the first and only company to fulfill and promote Official VIP experiences for Broadway shows. It has grown into a category-defining one-stop-shop that offers a myriad of exciting ways for Broadway fans to connect with Broadway “beyond... Read More →
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Kobi Kassal

Kobi Kassal founded Theatrely (formerly Theatre Talk Boston) while attending Boston University. He is an avid theatre attender and can be found seeing a performance most nights of the week (in normal times!) He is interested in the cross section of theatre, popular culture, hospitality... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Empire Complex

10:00am EDT

Creative Minds: A Conversation About Bringing Stories to Life
Join Broadway creatives as they discuss their newest projects, personal styles, new innovations in staging and presenting plays and musicals and their thoughts on what future stories they'd like to bring to Broadway.
Presenters
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Stafford Arima

Director, Allegiance, Ragtime
Stafford Arima is the Artistic Director of Theatre Calgary (theatrecalgary.com). He was nominated for an Olivier Award for his direction of the West End premiere of Ragtime; and in 2015 he became the first Asian Canadian to direct a musical (Allegiance) on Broadway. Additional credits... Read More →
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Robert Horn

ROBERT HORN Winner of the Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle and NY Drama Critics Awards, his Theater credits; Tootsie, ’13 the musical', Shucked, Disney's Hercules, Lone Star Love, Dame Edna - back with a vengeance, and Moonshine The Musical. He’s written, created, and/or... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Plymouth/Royale

10:00am EDT

Impressions of Broadway: Into The Woods
Have you ever wondered what it would be like if Lin-Manuel Miranda played The Baker? What about if Kristen Chenowith was cast as The Witch? You might not SEE them at this panel, but if you come, you’ll definitely HEAR their voices when our talented panel of performers do their best impressions of well-known Broadway Celebrities as they sing song selections from "Into The Woods!"
Presenters
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Noah Manumaleuga

Noah Manumaleuga is a 23 year old Polynesian performer most commonly known for his online presence on TikTok & YouTube (@umokayig) where he often does impressions of Broadway celebrities such as Lin-Manuel Miranda, Norbert Leo Butz, and more! He is currently located in Arizona but... Read More →
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Joshua Turchin

Actor/Composer, Forbidden Broadway, The Perfect Fit, "Schmigadoon!"
Joshua Turchin is known around the entertainment industry as a multi-hyphenate; he's a singer, actor, dancer, musician, composer, music director, accompanist, writer, and social media influencer. Select theater credits: Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation (Original Off-Broadway... Read More →
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Gabrielle Mariella

Gabrielle Mariella is an actress, singer, creator, and filmmaker based in NYC. Gabrielle is a graduate of NYU Tisch where she received her BFA in Drama from the New Studio on Broadway for Musical Theatre. She has performed regionally, as well as in NYC in pre-Broadway and Off-Broadway... Read More →
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Alexa Chalnick

Alexa Chalnick (she/they) is a 22 year old performer and content creator with over a million followers across all platforms. Most recognized for her tiktok songwriting challenges and musical theater content which has brought her national attention in both news and television, Chalnick... Read More →
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RJ Christian

RJ Christian is a Singer, Actor, Composer-Lyricist, and an alumnus of NYU Steinhardt with a BM in Vocal Performance. He contributed music and lyrics to the Ratatouille TikTok Musical, a fundraiser for the Actors Fund that raised over $2 million. He also contributed music and lyrics... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Soho Complex

10:00am EDT

It's Time To Meet the Muppets
Join "The Muppet Show" mega-fan Fergie L. Phillipe and Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart (ALADDIN, HAMILTON) as they discuss the intersection between the Muppets and Broadway. This special live podcast is presented by the Broadway Podcast Network.
Presenters
avatar for James Monroe Iglehart

James Monroe Iglehart

Actor, Aladdin
James Monroe Iglehart has been seen on Broadway as Genie in Disney’s Aladdin (Tony® Award, Drama Desk Award), Bobby in Memphis, and Mitch in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. TV: Coriolanus Burt on Netflix’s “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” Fox’s “Gotham,” Lance... Read More →
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Fergie L. Philippe

Actor, Hamilton
Fergie originally hails from Miami, Florida. He attended Elon University and graduated with a BFA in Music Theatre. Before the pandemic, Fergie Philippe was plying the roles of Hercules Mulligan and James Madison in Hamilton on Broadway. Currently, he is an Adjunct Faculty Member... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

10:00am EDT

Morning Brew Meetup
A meetup for those just having their coffee and waking up. Let's chat about musicals over our Starbucks!
Saturday July 22, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Schubert/Uris

10:00am EDT

Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark: The World's Most Dangerous Musical
What do U2, a $75 million dollar price tag, and numerous injuries have in common? It may sound like the beginning of a bad joke, but those are just three of the countless problems plaguing the Broadway musical Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark. Join Brendon Henderson, the host of the Wait in the Wings YouTube channel as he takes you through the chaotic journey of this multi-million dollar flop that changed Broadway forever.
Presenters
avatar for Brendon Henderson

Brendon Henderson

Host, Wait in the Wings
For the past four years, Brendon Henderson has made it his mission to preserve the history of theater with his 100,000+ subscriber YouTube channel Wait in the Wings. His videos have been featured in publications like The Telegraph, Playbill, and Vogue. You can follow him on Twitter... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

10:30am EDT

Autographs 1 A3 - L Morgan Lee
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
avatar for L Morgan Lee

L Morgan Lee

Actor, A Strange Loop, The Danish Girl
L Morgan Lee is an Obie award-winning actress and theatre maker most known for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop, which garnered her a Lucille Lortel nomination and the distinction of being the first openly transgender actress to originate a role... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 10:30am - 10:45am EDT
Autographs Area 1

11:15am EDT

Autographs - After the Chandelier Group B: Maree Johson, Laird Mackintosh, Carl Moe, Meghan Picerno
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 11:30am EDT
Autographs Area 1

11:15am EDT

Photographs - After the Chandelier Group A: Sara Esty, Gregory Mills, Jeremy Stolle, Elizabeth Welch
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 11:30am EDT
Photographs Area

11:15am EDT

Autism and Broadway: What It Means to Be a Fan of Broadway while On the Spectrum
This is for anyone who is on the spectrum, who knows someone on the spectrum or is just interested in learning more about the spectrum. People will be able to discuss their own experiences of being on the spectrum while being a fan of Broadway and also having a safe space for people to info dump about their interest in Broadway. It will also be a safe space for people to ask questions about what it is like being on the spectrum.
Presenters
avatar for Skylar Bea Reiner

Skylar Bea Reiner

Skylar Reiner is a recent graduate of Adelphi University, she is on the autism spectrum and is writing her own musical about someone writing a musical. She is hoping to be an NBC Page and work for Playbill in the future. She has a 3,000 plus bucket list and is completing one by hosting... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

11:15am EDT

E-Ticket to Broadway
Put on your mouse ears and get ready to enjoy your favorite Broadway stars chatting about all things Disney Parks in this live recording of the “E-Ticket to Broadway”podcast! Join host David Alpert as he and his Broadway pals share their favorite stories from the happiest places on Earth, and join in on the fun as they put Disney Parks attractions up against each other in a March Madness-style bracket. This special live podcast is presented by the Broadway Podcast Network.
Presenters
avatar for David Alpert

David Alpert

Podcast Host, Director, "E-Ticket To Broadway"
David Alpert is an award-winning New York City based director (SDC), whose work has been applauded by both the New York Times and The New Yorker. As a director of both musicals and plays, his work has taken him across the country, and has brought him into rehearsal rooms with some... Read More →
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Alli Mauzey

Actor
ALLI MAUZEY returns to Kimberly Akimbo having played the role of Pattie in the Atlantic Theater Company production. Broadway: Hello, Dolly! (Ernestina), Wicked (Glinda), Crybaby (Lenora, Drama League Award nomination, Theatre World Award), Hairspray. Off-Broadway/other NY: The Golden... Read More →
avatar for Grey Henson

Grey Henson

Actor, Mean Girls, Shucked
Grey Henson is currently playing Storyteller 2 in the new Broadway musical "Shucked". He was Tony nominated for his performance as Damian in the original Broadway cast of "Mean Girls", and played the role of Elder McKinley in "The Book of Mormon" on Broadway after originating the... Read More →
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James Monroe Iglehart

Actor, Aladdin
James Monroe Iglehart has been seen on Broadway as Genie in Disney’s Aladdin (Tony® Award, Drama Desk Award), Bobby in Memphis, and Mitch in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. TV: Coriolanus Burt on Netflix’s “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” Fox’s “Gotham,” Lance... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

11:15am EDT

Finding Success Outside the City: A Panel on Regional Theater
There are many vibrant theatre communities around the country. Performers from Dallas, Chicago, North Carolina and San Diego share their experience working in those markets. They will discuss the benefits of working in these markets, local casting, commercial and tv work, social media, survival jobs, and auditioning in NYC. The panelists will also answer questions from the audience. 
Presenters
avatar for Christina Austin Lopez

Christina Austin Lopez

Christina Austin Lopez is a member of Dallas Theater Center’s Resident Acting Company and a content creator with 1.8M followers on TikTok (@xtina_lopez) and over 75K followers on YouTube (@xtinalopez). Her Dallas Theater Center credits include Into the Woods, Our Town, Clue, The... Read More →
avatar for April Josephine

April Josephine

April Josephine lives in NYC, and hails originally from Southern California. Having a performing arts career over the last 15 years, April credits her beginnings to the incredible regional theater circuit of a Southern California. Regional theaters include: La Jolla Playhouse, Lamb’s... Read More →
avatar for Carlita Victoria

Carlita Victoria

Carlita Victoria is a Raleigh, NC native and a lover of cupcakes and laughter. Selected regional credits: IN THE HEIGHTS, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, KINKY BOOTS, and HAIRSPRAY. GLEE PROJECT PROMO, THE COLOR PURPLE, DREAMGIRLS, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, ROCK OF AGES. Off-Broadway/Tours... Read More →
avatar for Kevin Solis

Kevin Solis

Kevin Solis is a Dallas Based actor and Percussion Consultant in the DFW. Past productions of his include: In the Heights, Into The Woods, Public Works Dallas: The Odyssey, and Babalu: La Vida Es Muy Larga (Dallas Theater Center); How The Grinch Stole Christmas (The Old Globe); In... Read More →
avatar for Hannah Louise Fernandes

Hannah Louise Fernandes

Hannah Louise Fernandes is an actor/intimacy director based in Chicago who hopes to make a career in theatre accessible and sustainable for all. Notable Credits: “Cinderella” in Into the Woods (Paramount Theatre); ""Carrie"" in Carousel (MTWichita); “Hodel u/s” in Fiddler... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

11:15am EDT

How to be an Actor/Activist
Join Tony-nominated actress Anika Larsen and Broadway Director & Choreographer Luis Salgado as they delve into the power of being an artist activist. Learn from their experiences in the world of Broadway, where they have passionately pursued both their craft and social change. Gain insights into the intersection of art and activism and be inspired by their remarkable journeys as performers and advocates.
Presenters
avatar for Sue Gilad

Sue Gilad

Producer, Moulin Rouge!, Company, Burlesque
Sue Gilad is a three-time Tony Award-winning theatre producer. She is currently represented on Broadway with Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Funny Girl, and upcoming Here Lies Love, Merrily We Roll Along, and The Outsiders. The Secret Garden recently concluded its run at the Ahmanson... Read More →
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Luis Salgado

Actor, Director, Choreographer, In the Heights, Paramour, Fame
Luis Salgado is an international director, choreographer and educator from Puerto Rico . Most recently, he directed and choreographed the current second national tour of On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan which can be seen on tour in 2023 and 2024. He also directed... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Empire Complex

11:15am EDT

Intermediate Theatre Dance with Thayne Jasperson
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Attending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. Submitting an application does not guarantee access to workshops. Only registered attendees who are accepted into workshops will be allowed to participate in or observe workshops. Please apply via https://www.broadwaycon.com/workshops. Applications close Friday, July 14, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. 
Join Thayne Jasperson in this exclusive Intermediate Dance workshop at BroadwayCon 2023! Recommended for individuals with some background in dance or movement.
Presenters
avatar for Thayne Jasperson

Thayne Jasperson

Actor, Hamilton, Newsies, Matilda
Original Broadway cast: Hamilton (Samuel Seabury/King(us)/John Laurens(us)), Newsies (Astaire Award Nominee), Matilda, Finding Neverland (A.R.T), Only Gold MCC. National Tours: West Side Story, Oz (Scarecrow), So You Think You Can Dance. Film: Hamilton, High School Musical 1 & 2... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Workshops (Duffy/Columbia)

11:15am EDT

Photographers in the Theatre
Come meet the faces behind the lens of some of your favorite photos taken in the Broadway industry? How does someone take production photos of a Broadway show? How does someone photograph backstage? What are headshots? Come find out all you need to know about capturing memorable moments on camera and the hysterical, inspiring, and juicy stories behind them.
Presenters
avatar for Jenny Anderson

Jenny Anderson

Jenny Anderson is a New York based freelance photographer. She has a degree from the University of Mississippi in journalism, served as the photo editor for Broadway.com for six years, was senior contributing editor and photographer for The X Magazine at Today Tix and regularly shoots... Read More →
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Joan Marcus

Joan Marcus is one of the preeminent theatrical photographers working in the US today. Over the past 25 years she has photographed over 500 shows on and off Broadway and regionally. A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Joan graduated from George Washington University. In 2014 she... Read More →
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Rebecca J Michelson

REBECCA J MICHELSON is a videographer and photographer based in New York City. She graduated from Northeastern University with a degree in Communication Studies and Media Production in 2013. Previously a reality television Casting Producer of four years, she left that career in favor... Read More →
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Michael Kushner

Multi-hyphenate producer, photographer, actor, writer, podcaster, The Dressing Room Project, Michael Kushner Photography
Michael Kushner is NYC’s leading multi-hyphenate and the Executive Producer of the EMMY Nominated series Indoor Boys. In true multi-hyphenate form, Michael's book How to be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business, published by Routledge Publishing arrived on shelves and online... Read More →
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Michael Hull

Michael has been shooting professionally in New York since 2010. His work has been featured by The New York Times, VH1, Playbill Magazine, w42st Magazine, Broadway.com, Broadway World, Musical Theater Factory, Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS, Broadway Workshop, The Times Square... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Soho Complex

11:15am EDT

WICKED: Exploring Defying Gravity
Defying Gravity isn't just a song - it's an experience that has become a mainstay on Broadway. But what does it take to actually perform this piece? Join one of WICKED’s high-flying Elphabas for a live performance of Defying Gravity along with a deep dive into this piece with a member of the music team - how it's approached in rehearsal, how it has been made each performer's own piece, and how it has become a legendary act one finale.
Presenters
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avatar for Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

11:15am EDT

“Fat Ham”: The Bard Couldn’t Have Imagined This!
This is a Hamlet that transported Shakespeare's work to modern times, featured a Black cast, a gay version of Hamlet named Juicy and was absolutely delightful, while still giving props to Shakespeare's work! It recently finished a successful Broadway run and cast members Adrianna Mitchell, Benja Kay Thomas and Calvin Leon Smith are thrilled to share what being a part of this production meant to them and also talk about the message of acceptance in this very hilarious production.
Presenters
avatar for Linda Armstrong

Linda Armstrong

Theatre Critic, New York Amsterdam News, Neworldreview.net--Theatre Editor, Harlem News Group Newspapers-- A&E Editor
Linda Armstrong has been a theatre critic with the New York Amsterdam News for 38 years, she begun in 1985. Through the years she has covered Broadway, Off-Broadway, Off-Off Broadway and a great deal of Black Theatre companies. She is on the Board of Directors for AUDELCO, and on... Read More →
avatar for Adrianna Mitchell

Adrianna Mitchell

Adrianna Mitchell was recently seen on Broadway as "Opal" in the 2022 Pulitzer Prize winning, Tony-nominated Fat Ham after originating the role at The Public Theater (Obie Award, AUDELCO nom).  Her other major New York stage credits include "Three" in What To Send Up When It... Read More →
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Benja Kay Thomas

Benja Kay Thomas made her on-stage Broadway debut in Fat Ham. She understudied Phylicia Rashad in Skeleton Crew on Broadway, 2022. Off-Broadway Credits: Fat Ham, Barbecue, Halfway Bitches Go Straight To Heaven, and Booty Candy. Film/TV: A Love Song,  FBI (CBS), Gotham (FOX) Detective... Read More →
avatar for Calvin Leon Smith

Calvin Leon Smith

Calvin Leon Smith is an Obie winning actor and acting coach based in NYC. Previous credits include Fat Ham on and off-Broadway, several regional productions and recurring roles on The Deuce and The Underground Railroad. He is a graduate of The Juilliard School.

Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

11:15am EDT

BETWEEN THE LINES: A New Musical – World Premiere Live Capture
Be the first to see the world premiere of the live capture of the original off-Broadway production of BETWEEN THE LINES – nominated by the Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk for Best Musical and Best Score!  Directed by Jeff Calhoun, with choreography by Paul McGill, the show stars Arielle Jacobs, Jake David Smith, Julia Murney, Wren Rivera, Vicki Lewis, John Rapson, Will Burton, Hillary Fisher, Jerusha Cavazos, and Sean Stack.  Directly following the film, there will be a talkback hosted by iHeart Radio Broadway’s SJ Arnegger, featuring writer Jodi Picoult and cast and creatives.
Presenters
avatar for Jodi Picoult

Jodi Picoult

Jodi is the award-winning author of 28 novels, with over 30 million copies sold. Twelve of her books debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list, five have been made into movies, and five more – A SPARK OF LIGHT, BOOK OF TWO WAYS, SMALL GREAT THINGS, WISH YOU WERE HERE... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 11:15am - 1:15pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

11:30am EDT

Autographs - After the Chandelier Group B: Maree Johson, Laird Mackintosh, Carl Moe, Meghan Picerno
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Saturday July 22, 2023 11:30am - 11:45am EDT
Autographs Area 1

11:30am EDT

Photographs - After the Chandelier Group A: Sara Esty, Gregory Mills, Jeremy Stolle, Elizabeth Welch
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Saturday July 22, 2023 11:30am - 11:45am EDT
Photographs Area

11:45am EDT

Autographs - After the Chandelier Group A: Sara Esty, Gregory Mills, Jeremy Stolle, Elizabeth Welch
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Saturday July 22, 2023 11:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Autographs Area 1

11:45am EDT

Photographs - After the Chandelier Group B: Maree Johson, Laird Mackintosh, Carl Moe, Meghan Picerno
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Saturday July 22, 2023 11:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Photographs Area

12:00pm EDT

Autographs - After the Chandelier Group A: Sara Esty, Gregory Mills, Jeremy Stolle, Elizabeth Welch
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Saturday July 22, 2023 12:00pm - 12:15pm EDT
Autographs Area 1

12:00pm EDT

Photographs - After the Chandelier Group B: Maree Johson, Laird Mackintosh, Carl Moe, Meghan Picerno
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Saturday July 22, 2023 12:00pm - 12:15pm EDT
Photographs Area

12:15pm EDT

BroadwayCon 2023 Gameshow
Imagine Lesli Margherita and Sierra Boggess going head to head to name that tune, Kerry Butler trying to show off her drawing skills during Pictionary, the entire audience chanting an attendee's name, and even a marriage proposal. The BroadwayCon Game Show gets even wackier each year. You don't want to miss it.
Presenters
avatar for Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →
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Max Crumm

actor, Emojiland
Broadway: Scott, DISASTER! (The Nederlander), Danny, GREASE (Lena Horne). Off-Broadway: MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS, EMOJILAND, THE EVOLUTION OF MANN, HOT MESS, THE FANTASTICKS, DISASTER! , BROOKLYN CRUSH {formerly: F#%KING UP EVERYTHING}. Festival/Regional: Woody Harrelson... Read More →
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Ann Harada

Actor, Emojiland, Avenue Q, "Schmigadoon!"
Ann Harada is best known for Avenue Q (Christmas Eve) on Broadway and in London’s West End. Other Bway: Into the Woods, Cinderella (Charlotte), Les Misérables (Mme. Thenardier), 9 to 5, Seussical, and M. Butterfly. Off-Bway: Dear World, Fairycakes, Emojiland, I Married an Angel... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

12:15pm EDT

Exclusive Screening of UP HERE
Join us for an exclusive screening of Episodes 1 and 2 from UP HERE!
Saturday July 22, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Soho Complex

12:15pm EDT

Spoonies Meetup
Are you or a loved one affected by chronic pain or disability? Join us in a safe space as we discuss life as a spoonie, share tips for navigating BroadwayCon, and foster a community of friendship and support!
Saturday July 22, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

12:15pm EDT

Why I'll Never Make it + Closing Night
Join host Patrick Oliver Jones for a double feature -- recording two podcasts in one! A captivating discussion with Jelani Alladin (FROZEN, HERCULES), as he takes us on a journey through his career, sharing stories, challenges, and triumphs on stage and off. Then go behind-the-scenes of performing on Broadway with the esteemed Sharon Catherine Brown (JEKYLL & HYDE, DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES). This special live podcast is presented by the Broadway Podcast Network.
Presenters
avatar for Patrick Oliver Jones

Patrick Oliver Jones

Host/Producer
As an actor and singer, Patrick has been in the performing arts both onscreen and onstage for more than 30 years. Originally from Birmingham, Alabama, he brought his Southern charm and hospitality to New York City where credits include off-Broadway world premieres and staged readings... Read More →
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Jelani Alladin

Actor, Frozen
Jelani Alladin stars as Marcus Gaines in the Showtime limited series Fellow Travelers, set to air this fall! He has been seen on television starring in The Walking Dead: World Beyond, and guest starring in Law and Order: SVU, as well as FBI. On stage he was last seen as Hercules in... Read More →
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Sharon Catherine Brown

SHARON CATHERINE BROWN is the daughter of two former Broadway performers. The native New Yorker was last seen as Marilla Cuthbert in the world premiere of the Broadway-bound Anne of Green Gables. Broadway: Caroline, or Change; Head Over Heels; Dreamgirls; Joseph...Dreamcoat; Maggie... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

1:15pm EDT

Photographs C1 - Carolee Carmello
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
avatar for Carolee Carmello

Carolee Carmello

Actor, Falsettos, Hello Dolly!, Tuck Everlasting
Carolee Carmello is a 3-time Tony nominee and has appeared in 14 Broadway shows: the original Broadway casts of Tuck Everlasting, Finding Neverland, City of Angels, Falsettos, Parade (Tony nomination & Drama Desk Award), Lestat (Tony nomination & Drama Desk nomination), The Addams... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 1:30pm EDT
Photographs Area

1:15pm EDT

BETWEEN THE LINES: A New Musical – Cast/Creative Talkback
Be the first to see the world premiere of the live capture of the original off-Broadway production of BETWEEN THE LINES – nominated by the Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk for Best Musical and Best Score!  Directed by Jeff Calhoun, with choreography by Paul McGill, the show stars Arielle Jacobs, Jake David Smith, Julia Murney, Wren Rivera, Vicki Lewis, John Rapson, Will Burton, Hillary Fisher, Jerusha Cavazos, and Sean Stack.  Directly following the film, there will be a talkback hosted by iHeart Radio Broadway’s SJ Arnegger, featuring writer Jodi Picoult and cast and creatives.
Moderators
avatar for SJ Arnegger

SJ Arnegger

Sarah Jane (SJ) Arnegger began working within the Broadway community in 2001 with positions at some of the most prestigious firms – Douglas & Kopelman, Disney Theatrical Group, Boneau/Bryan-Brown and The Karpel Group and in 2011, Sarah Jane joined Playbill to launch their education... Read More →

Presenters
avatar for Jodi Picoult

Jodi Picoult

Jodi is the award-winning author of 28 novels, with over 30 million copies sold. Twelve of her books debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list, five have been made into movies, and five more – A SPARK OF LIGHT, BOOK OF TWO WAYS, SMALL GREAT THINGS, WISH YOU WERE HERE... Read More →
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Timothy Allen McDonald

Librettist and Arts Educator, Between the Lines, Roald Dahl’s James & the Giant Peach
Timothy Allen McDonald: Tim is a musical theatre librettist, adaptor of over 100 musicals for young performers (MTI’s Broadway Junior, Concord’s Young Performers’ Editions), textbook author, and Founder and CEO of iTheatrics and Junior Theater Festivals Worldwide. Librettist... Read More →
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avatar for Jeff Calhoun

Jeff Calhoun

Director, 9 to 5: The Musical, Between the Lines
Jeff Calhoun most recently was represented on London’s West End as the director of Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5: The Musical at The Savoy Theatre, as well as helming its successful U.K. Tour that followed. On Broadway, he has served as the director for several musicals including Disney’s... Read More →
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Jake David Smith

Between the Lines
avatar for Elyssa Samsel

Elyssa Samsel

Elyssa Samsel and Kate Anderson are the Annie Award-nominated songwriters behind Disney Animation’s OLAF’S FROZEN ADVENTURE and the hit Apple TV+ series CENTRAL PARK. They composed the Drama Desk Award-Nominated songs for the Off-Broadway musical BETWEEN THE LINES (Second Stage... Read More →
avatar for Arielle Jacobs

Arielle Jacobs

Between the Lines
Arielle Jacobs most recently starred as Princess Jasmine in Disney's Aladdin in Sydney, Australia. Previous Broadway credits include Wicked (Nessarose), In The Heights (Nina Rosario in the closing cast, opposite creator Lin-Manuel Miranda) and the original national touring casts of... Read More →
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Martin Landry

Martin Landry is a NYC-based actor/musician/writer. As an actor, he recently completed the run of Dog Man: The Musical at New World Stages, and appeared in the second season of "Only Murders in the Building." Other NYC credits include Between the Lines, Til Divorce Do Us Part, Son... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

1:15pm EDT

Broadway Eulogies: A Time to Reflect, Grieve and Appreciate Shows Gone Too Soon
Are you still salty that we never got an American Psycho OBCR? Do you lament missing out on Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson after becoming obsessed with the songs? Do the musicals that no one else talks about live rent-free in your head? The closing of a show is never easy - whether its premature or just too soon for our liking. Let's share in that misery together.

We cordially invite you to a VERY dramatic Broadwaycon funeral, where we invite attendees to eulogize their favorite show that was gone too soon to a captive but supportive audience. We'll bring the tissues, you bring the memories. Whether you prepare a speech or speak from the heart, know that you will be doing so amongst a group of supportive mourners who know just where you're coming from. Find others who remember that one show you can't seem to forget. Plus - funeral themed photo ops!
Presenters
avatar for Cheska Colombo

Cheska Colombo

Cheska Colombo is the Director of Marketing at The Wellmont Theater in Montclair, NJ - taking her obsessive, theater-loving tendencies and applying them to the world of live music and entertainment. She's a fan of being a fan - an avid advocate for being unabashedly hyped for the... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

1:15pm EDT

Kara Young: Broadway Star, 2-Time Tony and Drama Desk Nominee and Broadway Bound September 2023
Kara Young is an actress who has distinguished herself in Off-Broadway productions including “All The Natalie Portmans,” “Halfway Bitches Go Straight to Heaven,” “The New Englanders,” “The Revolving Cycles Truly and Steadily Roll’d” and “Twelfth Night”. She is a two-time Tony nominee for “Cost of Living” and “Clyde’s”, the Lynn Nottage play that served as an impressive Broadway debut. She was also Drama Desk nominated for “Cost of Living” and “Twelfth Night.” She will sit down with Linda Armstrong and talk about her theatrical journey, her creative process and the upcoming revival of “Purlie Victorious” that she will be featured in September 2023.
Presenters
KY
avatar for Linda Armstrong

Linda Armstrong

Theatre Critic, New York Amsterdam News, Neworldreview.net--Theatre Editor, Harlem News Group Newspapers-- A&E Editor
Linda Armstrong has been a theatre critic with the New York Amsterdam News for 38 years, she begun in 1985. Through the years she has covered Broadway, Off-Broadway, Off-Off Broadway and a great deal of Black Theatre companies. She is on the Board of Directors for AUDELCO, and on... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

1:15pm EDT

Maintaining your Body for the 8-show Week: Healthy Habits that Actually Work and How to Implement Them like a Pro
Backstage pros, The Broadway PT and The Broadway Dietitian, come together to simplify maintaining your health and fitness for slaying 8 shows a week. Our combined years of experience helping performers from community theatre beginners to Broadway legends ensure you get tried and true tips so you can get back to the fun of playing on stage. Learn how to apply these tips to your life through evidence-based approaches used daily with our clients. Be prepared for an interactive session that will push you to the next level of your performance career. You’ll walk away from this session with: 
  • Your ideal cross training options to stay show-ready 
  • Practical ways to properly fuel your body for sustained energy 
  • Proven recovery techniques to prevent injuries and burnout from hijacking your career
Presenters
DM
avatar for Libby Parker

Libby Parker

The Broadway Dietitian, Not Your Average Nutritionist
Libby Parker, MS, RD, CDN, CEDS-S, “The Broadway Dietitian,” is an international best-selling author, speaker, and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. Libby’s focus is in helping stage performers optimize their health and nutrition like the athlete they are, through weight-neutral... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

1:15pm EDT

Name: The Lights of Broadway Show Cards Trading Meet-Up
Mix, meet, and trade your The Lights of Broadway Show Cards with fellow Broadway fans!
Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

1:15pm EDT

Stepping Into the Spotlight: AAPI Representation in Musical Theatre
Join us for an inspiring panel discussion at BroadwayCon as we celebrate AAPI representation in musical theatre. We are bringing together a talented and diverse group of Broadway performers, composers, and social media content creators to share their experiences and insights. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of diverse representation both on and off stage.
Presenters
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Katherine Lynn-Rose

Singer/Songwriter, "Top of My School"
Katherine Lynn-Rose is a rising star in the entertainment industry, known for her talent as an actress, singer, composer-lyricist, writer, and social media content creator. As a Chinese-Canadian artist, Katherine is passionate about promoting Asian representation in the arts. Katherine... Read More →
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Julia Riew

Julia Riew is a composer-lyricist and writer best known for her musical Dive, which is currently being developed with Tony-Award winning director Diane Paulus and GLAAD-Award winning playwright Diana Son for the American Repertory Theater after amassing over 120k followers and 3... Read More →
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Teah M. Renzi

Teah M. Renzi is a Southeast Asian actor from Newtown, CT.  Teah is a Stephen Sondheim Award winner for Best Actress and a 2018 Jimmy Awards Nominee.  Teah also portrayed the role of Ariel in The Lexington Theater Company's production of Disney's The Little Mermaid (2022), where... Read More →
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Marina Kondo

Marina Kondo is a Netherland-born first-generation Japanese American and she is so thrilled to be joining such a celebratory night! She began singing in jazz bars in Tokyo, Japan, and continues to participate in many concerts, festivals, TV programs, and recordings in the US, Japan... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Empire Complex

1:15pm EDT

The Who’s TOMMY 30th Anniversary Reunion
Broadway fans have been rocking out to TOMMY for three decades! Can you hear that? THREE DECADES! Join us on the BroadwayCon stage as we bring together the talent behind TOMMY for this exclusive 30th Anniversary Reunion!
Presenters
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Travis Greisler

Travis Greisler is a New York City-based stage director and writer. He has been a part of the creative teams for several Broadway shows including: The Cher Show , Tales of the City (with music by the Scissor Sisters), and Fully Committed (starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson). Other associate... Read More →
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Michael Cerveris

A Two Time Tony Award, Six Time Tony Nominee, and Grammy Award Winner. In 2017, Cerveris received the Citizen-Artist Award from the United States Conference of Mayors, which “recognizes artists who have made the highest contributions both in their professional artistic endeavors... Read More →
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Marcia Mitzman Gaven

MARCIA MITZMAN GAVEN received a TONY Award nomination as Mrs. Walker in the Broadway smash TOMMY and was praised for her ""show stopping performance"" on the Grammy winning Broadway cast recording. Also on Broadway, she starred as Svetlana in CHESS, Rizzo in GREASE, in Cy Coleman’s... Read More →
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Donnie Kehr

Donnie Kehr is Broadway journeyman and an American singer-songwriter, "musician and producer. As an actor, Donnie originated roles in Jersey Boys, Billy Elliot, The Who’s Tommy, and many others. His film credits include Jersey Boys directed by Clint Eastwood; Oliver Stone’s Wall... Read More →
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Joseph Church

Joseph Church is a composer, conductor, arranger, pianist, and professor of music. His career has been eclectic and exciting, collaborating with and guiding some of the entertainment industry’s most remarkable artists and promising talent. He is perhaps best known for his music... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

1:15pm EDT

TikTokers Take Broadway: The Role of Influencers and Marketing
Stop scrolling! Social media influencers have the power to attract audiences and sell tickets, and you can be part of their discussion. Our panel brings together top influencers, creative marketers and producers to talk about the increasing role of social media and use of influencers in the marketing of Broadway and Off-Broadway shows. With the wide reach of influencers, panelists will discuss the effectiveness of traditional media marketing versus social media. And just maybe this panel will even go VIRAL!
Presenters
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Joshua Turchin

Actor/Composer, Forbidden Broadway, The Perfect Fit, "Schmigadoon!"
Joshua Turchin is known around the entertainment industry as a multi-hyphenate; he's a singer, actor, dancer, musician, composer, music director, accompanist, writer, and social media influencer. Select theater credits: Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation (Original Off-Broadway... Read More →
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Cara Rose DiPietro

Cara Rose DiPietro is a New York City based Actor, Singer, Dancer, and Content Creator. A recent graduate of Elon University’s Music Theatre program, Cara is best known for her work at various regional theatres across the country such as Arena Stage, New London Barn Playhouse, The... Read More →
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Sue Gilad

Producer, Moulin Rouge!, Company, Burlesque
Sue Gilad is a three-time Tony Award-winning theatre producer. She is currently represented on Broadway with Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Funny Girl, and upcoming Here Lies Love, Merrily We Roll Along, and The Outsiders. The Secret Garden recently concluded its run at the Ahmanson... Read More →
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Grace Aki

Host
GRACE AKI serves as the Associate Director of Influence for arts institutions, and experiential and theatrical clients at AKA. Presently she hosts the stand-up show SWEET MEAT, the storytelling podcast ‘Tell Me on a Sunday’ on the Broadway Podcast Network, and the daily Broadway... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Soho Complex

1:15pm EDT

Open Level Finding My Voice Through Text with Carver Mathis
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Attending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. Submitting an application does not guarantee access to workshops. Only registered attendees who are accepted into workshops will be allowed to participate in or observe workshops. Please apply via https://www.broadwaycon.com/workshops. Applications close Friday, July 14, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. 
Come experience in real-time what it looks like to make your songs come alive through text awareness! This exciting and dynamic workshop will allow singers of all abilities to work on audition material through the looking glass of the words on the page! In turn, this will allow your audition to stand out from the crowd because of a deeper understanding of how the words color the voice! This is a not-to-miss workshop!
Presenters
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Carver Mathis

Carver Mathis is an active seeker of meaning, understanding, and application of the human singing voice. Carver has been fortunate enough to be featured in works across the United States and has been noted for his transformation of lyrics into "works of art" and is commonly referred... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 1:15pm - 2:30pm EDT
Workshops (Duffy/Columbia)

2:00pm EDT

Autographs 1 C4 - Carolee Carmello
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
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Carolee Carmello

Actor, Falsettos, Hello Dolly!, Tuck Everlasting
Carolee Carmello is a 3-time Tony nominee and has appeared in 14 Broadway shows: the original Broadway casts of Tuck Everlasting, Finding Neverland, City of Angels, Falsettos, Parade (Tony nomination & Drama Desk Award), Lestat (Tony nomination & Drama Desk nomination), The Addams... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 2:00pm - 2:15pm EDT
Autographs Area 1

2:30pm EDT

BroadwayCon LGBTQIA+/TNB2S+ Meetup
Hey friend! Come to this meetup if you identify as LGBTQIA+/TNB2S+! This is a safe space!
Saturday July 22, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

2:30pm EDT

Dear Multi-Hyphenate
Getting paid for your art is important. More and more artists are finding ways to grow their theatrical passions and turn them into lucrative experiences. How? Through multi-hyphenating! Join Tony Award Nominee L Morgan Lee (A STRANGE LOOP), Marla Mindelle (TITANIQUE!), Alexandra Silber (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF) and psychotherapist Rachel Wright to learn how some of your favorite movers and shakers create their own work opportunities. This special live podcast is presented by the Broadway Podcast Network.
Presenters
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L Morgan Lee

Actor, A Strange Loop, The Danish Girl
L Morgan Lee is an Obie award-winning actress and theatre maker most known for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop, which garnered her a Lucille Lortel nomination and the distinction of being the first openly transgender actress to originate a role... Read More →
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Marla Mindelle

Marla Mindelle is an actress, writer and composer. She co-wrote and stars in the new Céline Dion musical, Titanique, now playing at the Daryl Roth Theatre. She has received an Outer Circle Critics Nomination for her portrayal of Sister Mary Robert in the original cast of Sister Act... Read More →
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Alexandra Silber

Alexandra Silber is an American actress, singer, writer and educator. She has performed roles on Broadway, in London's West End, on television and film, and concert stages. Among other stage roles, in London, she created the role of Laura Fairlie in The Woman in White (2005), played... Read More →
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Rachel Wright

Psychotherapist Rachel Wright, MA, LMFT (she/her) is recognized as one of the freshest voices on modern relationships, mental health, and sex. She is an experienced speaker, group facilitator, educator, therapist, coach, and on-camera mental health and relationship expert. With a... Read More →
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Michael Kushner

Multi-hyphenate producer, photographer, actor, writer, podcaster, The Dressing Room Project, Michael Kushner Photography
Michael Kushner is NYC’s leading multi-hyphenate and the Executive Producer of the EMMY Nominated series Indoor Boys. In true multi-hyphenate form, Michael's book How to be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business, published by Routledge Publishing arrived on shelves and online... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

2:30pm EDT

Drag Is Life: Drag Artists and the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights
The recent wave of anti-trans and homophobic legislation that has swept across the country has left LGBTQ+ citizens feeling scared and vulnerable. Join these drag artists who have performed on Broadway, off-Broadway and in NYC Cabaret with Dartmouth Psychologist Dr. Alisa Hurwitz (“Dr. Drama”) to discuss why the art form matters, legislative threats to drag performance, how drag has always been political and ultimately celebrate the art form and how it exemplifies “joy as resistance”.
Presenters
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Alisa Hurwitz

Psychologist, Writer, DrDrama.com, Dartmouth
Dr. Alisa Hurwitz (she/her) is a Clinical Psychologist at Dartmouth, specializing in gender-affirming healthcare. She is a Board member for the LGBTQ National Hotline and the Broadway Arts Community. Dr. Hurwitz applies her professional knowledge to consult with theater companies... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Empire Complex

2:30pm EDT

How To Start Your Own Broadway Podcast
One of the best ways for theater fans to connect with the community is by hearing an interview with their favorite star--often, on their favorite podcast. What's an even better way? Doing your own! The hosts and co-hosts of some of the most successful and unique podcasts in the content sphere: Little Known Facts, Drama, Backstage Babble, Broadway Breakdown, Behind the Curtain, and Gettin' Peggy Wit' It, will join this panel to give advice to prospective podcasters on how to achieve their goal.
Presenters
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Robert W. Schneider

Original Programming Producer, Feinstein's/54 Below
JOHN WEIDMAN has written the books for a wide variety of musicals, among them Pacific Overtures, Assassins and Road Show, all with scores by Stephen Sondheim; Contact, co-created with  director/choreographer Susan Stroman; Happiness, score by Scott Frankel and Michael Korie, Take... Read More →
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Ilana Levine

Actor, Podcast Host, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown; Little Known Facts with Ilana Levine
As an actress, Ilana  has performed on stage and screen to critical acclaim.  On Broadway, Ilana is best known to musical theater fans for her comedic turn as ""Lucy Van Pelt"" in the Broadway revival of, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown. Ilana also starred in the Broadway productions... Read More →
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Charles Kirsch

Charles Kirsch is the 15-year-old host of the Broadway podcast Backstage Babble, which has presented 150 in-depth interviews with leading figures in the theater industry such as Harvey Fierstein, Chita Rivera, and Joel Grey. In 2022, Kirsch produced a Backstage Babble Live! Concert... Read More →
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Connor MacDowell

Connor MacDowell is the co-creator and co-host of DRAMA. By day, he works on the advertising teams for Wicked on Broadway and on Tour, Kimberly Akimbo, Notre Dame de Paris, and more live entertainment in New York and across america. By night, he is a Bravoholic, pop queen enthusiast... Read More →
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Matt Koplik

Matt Koplik is an out and proud Theatre Nerd. Since he was very small, he's spent countless hours pouring over theatre history books, cast albums, and wracking up a Playbill collection that is now so big it has its own storage unit (true story). He has a BFA in Musical Theatre from... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Soho Complex

2:30pm EDT

Livestream and Captures and ProShots, oh my!
Why aren’t there more livestreams and digital captures of Broadway shows? 
Hamilton was not the first time cameras were brought into a theater to film a Broadway show. Broadway shows have been seen on television and in cinema for many years. PBS and the BBC have included captures in their arts and culture programming for nearly fifty years. HBO, Netflix, and Amazon all have grabbed coveted shows with recognizable tv and movie stars, and BroadwayHD has over 300 digital captures available for on-demand streaming - so why aren’t all the Broadway shows available online? 
Since the release of Hamilton on Disney+, audiences are becoming very familiar with this hybrid art form of theater on screens and frequently request the shows they want to see on social media. The pandemic has brought a renewed appreciation for live stage shows and an understanding of the value of digital capture. Evidence is mounting of the additive value of livestreams and proshots in expanding the Broadway fanbase. 
Let’s listen as a panel of experts in this art form discusses the obstacles, advantages, and future of Broadway online and on screen.
Presenters
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Bonnie Comley

Bonnie Comley is the co-founder and CEO of BroadwayHD, the world’s premier online streaming platform delivering hundreds of premium live productions to theater fans globally. Comley is also a three-time Tony Award-winning producer. She has won an Olivier Award and two Drama Desk... Read More →
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Stewart F. Lane

STEWART F. LANE, Chief Financial Officer / Co-Founder of BroadwayHD, is a six-time Tony Award-winning producer. Lane is co-owner of the Palace Theater. Lane has produced over 35 stage-to-screen productions digital captures. He served on the Broadway League Board of Governors for twelve... Read More →
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Don Roy King

Don Roy King is a 12-time Emmy-winning director for television. He served as the director for Saturday Night Live from 2006 until 2021. He has "directed more hours of live network television than anyone else in the history of television," according to Michael Chein. Don Roy King is... Read More →
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Alia Jones-Harvey

Producer, Front Row Productions
ALIA JONES-HARVEY (Producer) The Olivier Award-Winning and 5-time Tony Nominated Producer celebrates 15 years with Front Row Productions mounting shows on Broadway and London's West End featuring people of color on stage, backstage, on the creative team, in management and co-producing... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

2:30pm EDT

So You Want to Write a Musical...
Did you hear that viral song? Musical theatre composers have been shaping the musical soundscape for decades. Once relying on records and 8 tracks to cassettes and CDs, composers are now turning to digital media for music distribution and show development. Our panel brings together viral TikTok composers, writers, and orchestrators to talk about the rise of musicals on social media, the developmental process of shows in a digital age, and how you can get started writing for tomorrow’s audiences!
Presenters
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August Greenwood

August Riley Greenwood is a 19 year old songwriter/musical theatre composer from South Carolina. They produced their first musical, ‘Antonia: A Marie Antoinette Musical’, on a stage at age 15 years old and soon after began writing ‘Two Maiden Ladies’ alongside composer and... Read More →
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Sushi Soucy

Sushi Soucy is a composer who has written over 21 musicals, having recently produced one in September of 2022. He has written multiple albums and singles that have gained him a decent following on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Spotify. 
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Joshua Turchin

Actor/Composer, Forbidden Broadway, The Perfect Fit, "Schmigadoon!"
Joshua Turchin is known around the entertainment industry as a multi-hyphenate; he's a singer, actor, dancer, musician, composer, music director, accompanist, writer, and social media influencer. Select theater credits: Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation (Original Off-Broadway... Read More →
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Katherine Lynn-Rose

Singer/Songwriter, "Top of My School"
Katherine Lynn-Rose is a rising star in the entertainment industry, known for her talent as an actress, singer, composer-lyricist, writer, and social media content creator. As a Chinese-Canadian artist, Katherine is passionate about promoting Asian representation in the arts. Katherine... Read More →
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RJ Christian

RJ Christian is a Singer, Actor, Composer-Lyricist, and an alumnus of NYU Steinhardt with a BM in Vocal Performance. He contributed music and lyrics to the Ratatouille TikTok Musical, a fundraiser for the Actors Fund that raised over $2 million. He also contributed music and lyrics... Read More →
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Julia Riew

Julia Riew is a composer-lyricist and writer best known for her musical Dive, which is currently being developed with Tony-Award winning director Diane Paulus and GLAAD-Award winning playwright Diana Son for the American Repertory Theater after amassing over 120k followers and 3... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

2:30pm EDT

This Is Our Story-A - KPOP Tea
Everyone wants to know about KPOP The Musical - from it’s inception to it’s execution. Spend an hour with TFP (Erin Quill) as she breaks down what happened with KPOP’s TONY nominated composer Helen Park and cast members.
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Erin Quill

Actor
Erin Quill is a dual citizen of Australia and the USA. She holds a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University. She was an Member of the Original Broadway Company of TONY Award Winning musical, AVENUE Q. Other shows include DAVE, FLOWER DRUM SONG, KING & I, and many more. TV/Film includes... Read More →
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Helen Park

Composer, KPOP
Helen Park is the first Asian female composer on Broadway. A 2023 Tony nominee, three-time Drama Desk nominee and recipient of the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical and the Richard Rodgers Award, her music has been described as “perversely addictive” (The New York Times) and... Read More →
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Abraham Lim

Having gotten his start on "The Glee Project," Abraham made his Broadway debut in KPOP, which made history as the first Korean story told on Broadway and was nominated for three Tonys! Prior to KPOP, he appeared in television and film projects such as Amazon Prime's Emmy-nominated... Read More →
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Marina Kondo

Marina Kondo is a Netherland-born first-generation Japanese American and she is so thrilled to be joining such a celebratory night! She began singing in jazz bars in Tokyo, Japan, and continues to participate in many concerts, festivals, TV programs, and recordings in the US, Japan... Read More →
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Amy Keum

Broadway debut! Film/TV: Honor Society (Paramount+), The Kill Room (Yale Productions), “Evil” (CBS). Regional Theatre: Lizzie (Playhouse Square), Mamma Mia! (ISF/GLT), Popstar (NYC Workshop), Be More Chill (Playhouse Square). Proud graduate of BWMT and WATA. Many thanks to Tara... Read More →
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Eddy Lee

Coming up on his decade of being in NYC! Eddy Lee is an Asian-American performer from East Lansing, Michigan. He is thankful for everything he’s been able to accomplish and experience. Especially since he studied pre-med for his undergrad! It’s never too late to start. Work hard... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

2:30pm EDT

What’s Next for Digital Broadway?
Technology has transformed the way we experience art, culture, and entertainment, but what about Broadway? Join our panel of producers, actors and industry experts as they discuss how technology is changing the theatre experience for shows, performers, and fans today and in the future.
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Jeremy Stolle

Jeremy Stolle is a recording artist and concert singer currently in the Broadway production of The Phantom of the Opera. Recently, Jeremy starred in the brand-new Disney theatricals pre-Broadway production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, directed by Scott Schwartz and written by Alan... Read More →
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Sue Gilad

Producer, Moulin Rouge!, Company, Burlesque
Sue Gilad is a three-time Tony Award-winning theatre producer. She is currently represented on Broadway with Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Funny Girl, and upcoming Here Lies Love, Merrily We Roll Along, and The Outsiders. The Secret Garden recently concluded its run at the Ahmanson... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

2:30pm EDT

ProSkills Workshop with Fredi Walker-Browne
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Attending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. Submitting an application does not guarantee access to workshops. Only registered attendees who are accepted into workshops will be allowed to participate in or observe workshops. Please apply via https://www.broadwaycon.com/workshops. Applications close Friday, July 14, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. 
Presenters
avatar for Fredi Walker-Browne

Fredi Walker-Browne

Actor, Rent, Let the Chips Fall Where They May, "Search Party"
Fredi Walker-Browne is best known for creating the role of Joanne Jefferson in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical RENT! This year she played Lena, the iconic lead in the 50th anniversary production of Lorraine Hansberry’s RAISIN. She appears as “Ghost” in Season 3 of HBO’s... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 2:30pm - 3:45pm EDT
Workshops (Duffy/Columbia)

3:45pm EDT

Photographs E1 - Anthony Rapp
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
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Anthony Rapp

BroadwayCon Co-Creator, Actor, Rent, If/Then, "Star Trek: Discovery", "Star Trek: Discovery"
Anthony Rapp is best known for originating the role of “Mark Cohen” in Jonathan Larson’s Tony Award-winning rock opera Rent. He reprised his role in Chris Columbus’s film adaptation opposite other members of the original cast.   Anthony made his Broadway debut in Precious... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 3:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Photographs Area

3:45pm EDT

Always True To You In My (Bway) Fashion: Broadway Bounding and Theatre-Inspired Fashion 2023
Do you love Broadway / Theatre? Do you love dressing up and have an intense passion for fashion that matches your flair for the dramatic? If so, then "Always True To You In My (Bway) Fashion" is the perfect place for you this BroadwayCon! Inspired by Disney Bounding, the Broadway Bounding concept of assembling everyday outfits and creating fashion looks modeled after theatre and Broadway has taken off on social media over the past years. Such a fun, welcoming, supportive community has grown out of the Broadway Bounding trend, and we want you to take part in the fun / our community! Broadway Bounding is all about being your full, authentic self and displaying it proudly with your personal style of theatre-inspired dress. So be sure to join us in your favorite Broadway-based "fit" and let's have a kiki talking all things couture and remaining true to ourselves, and always true to you, darling, in our Bway fashion!
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Sydney Paige

A second-time BroadwayCon panel curator, Sydney Paige Milligan is a theatre journalist / blogger / social media content creator / nerd from Chicago, Illinois. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Theatre, a degree she has put to good use as a multilingual... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

3:45pm EDT

Broadway Goes to the Cabaret
After the lights go down on Broadway, or even between shows, many stars turn to the smaller, more intimate stages of New York's cabaret scene. Join award-winning cabaret performer and historian Michael Kirk Lane as he moderates a conversation about the art form of cabaret in New York City. How do the artists approach it? What is its pull? What makes this style of performance unique? Come hear why life truly is a cabaret.
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Michael Kirk Lane

Michael Kirk Lane is an award-winning cabaret artist, most recently winning Manhattan Association of Cabaret Awards in both 2022 and 2020. Along with 3 previous MAC nominations, Lane has been nominated for 3 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards, winning in 2018 for Best Show.He is the host... Read More →
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Karen Mason

Karen Mason has starred on Broadway, Off-Broadway, television, and recording and is the recipient of the 2019 MAC Lifetime Achievement Award, a 12-time MAC Award winner and has won the MAC Award for Major Female Vocalist of the Year for six consecutive years. She has also won the... Read More →
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Lee Roy Reams

Lee Roy Reams is an American musical theatre actor, singer, dancer, choreographer, and director.
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T. Oliver Reid

Actor, Activist, Educator, Hadestown
T. Oliver Reid is an artist, activist, and educator. He is Co-Founder of BLACK THEATRE COALITION (www.blacktheatrecoalition.org) and assistant professor of Musical Theatre at Rider University as well as adjunct professor at Columbia University School of the Arts Grad Acting Program... Read More →
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John-Andrew Morrison

A Strange Loop
John-Andrew Morrison is an award winning actor living and working in New York City. John-Andrew won a Lucille Lortel and an OBIE Award for his work in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop. He was also nominated for the TONY Award for Featured Actor in a Musical for A... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

3:45pm EDT

BroadwayCon 2023 Star To Be
Now in its 7th year, the BroadwayCon Star To Be competition is the premier Broadway fandom contest where performers belt their hearts out for a chance to win an amazing array of prizes. Join us for this program as we hear from the best and brightest up and coming BroadwayCon talents!
Presenters
avatar for Fredi Walker-Browne

Fredi Walker-Browne

Actor, Rent, Let the Chips Fall Where They May, "Search Party"
Fredi Walker-Browne is best known for creating the role of Joanne Jefferson in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical RENT! This year she played Lena, the iconic lead in the 50th anniversary production of Lorraine Hansberry’s RAISIN. She appears as “Ghost” in Season 3 of HBO’s... Read More →
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Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →
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Tara Rubin

Tara started her company in April, 2001 after working for 15 years as a Casting Director at Johnson-Liff Associates. During those years she worked on productions of Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Sunset Boulevard, Jerry Zaks’ revival of Guys and Dolls and Miss Saigon... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

3:45pm EDT

Ready, Willing and Very Abled
It’s important that disabled actors are not overlooked in the casting process of disabled characters, but true inclusion means that disabled actors have the opportunity to portray roles not rooted in their disability, villainy or inspiration. Join Disability Inclusion Advocate and Educator, David Connolly (the first amputee to perform on Broadway) and a distinguished panel of disabled performers to discuss actionable steps toward greater disabled representation on stage. Celebrate the recent wave of inclusion with shows including Broadway’s Cost of Living, A Doll’s House, and Dark Disabled Stories plus Olney Theatre’s Beauty and The Beast and The Music Man.
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Madison Ferris

MADISON FERRIS is a New York based actor/dancer/voice-over artist.Madison made history as the first wheelchair user to play a lead role on Broadway, starring as "Laura Wingfield" in Sam Gold's THE GLASS MENAGERIE with Sally Field. She recently played "Lucy" in the premiere of... Read More →
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Gregg Mozgala

GREGG MOZGALA (John). Broadway: Cost Of Living (MTC). Off-Broadway: Richard III (The Public/Shakespeare In The Park), Cost Of Living (MTC), Light Shining In Buckinghamshire (New York Theatre Workshop),Teenage Dick (The Public/Ma-Yi Theater Company), The Rules Of Charity (T.B.T.B.), Romeo... Read More →
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Katy Sullivan

Katy Sullivan is an award-winning actress who originated the role of Ani in the Pulitzer Prize winning play Cost of Living, which made it’s Broadway premiere October 2022. Her performance won her Drama League, Outer Critics Circle, Lucille Lortel and Ovation Award nominations along... Read More →
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David Connolly

Ukulele U
David Connolly (he/ him) is a Disability and Inclusion Advocate and Educator who is committed to changing the statistic of being the only male amputee to have performed on Broadway. He is the Associate Artistic Director of Drayton Entertainment in Canada where he received The Ontario... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

3:45pm EDT

The Art of Kindness: Making Rehearsal Kinder
Do you love the process of being in rehearsal and creating a story with your fellow artists? Join Tony Award Nominee L Morgan Lee (A Strange Loop), Broadway's Linedy Genao (Bad Cinderella), Director Taylor Haven Holt (Back to the Future) and "The Art of Kindness" podcast host Robert Peterpaul as they discuss how to make the rehearsal process a more positive, safe and successful place for artists to thrive. This special live podcast is presented by the Broadway Podcast Network.
Presenters
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L Morgan Lee

Actor, A Strange Loop, The Danish Girl
L Morgan Lee is an Obie award-winning actress and theatre maker most known for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop, which garnered her a Lucille Lortel nomination and the distinction of being the first openly transgender actress to originate a role... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

3:45pm EDT

Transforming Space Over Time: Visual Storytelling for Broadway Musicals
The creative team of NEW YORK, NEW YORK discuss how visual storytelling helps create Broadway magic. Susan Stroman, David Thompson, Sharon Washington, and Beowulf Boritt will discuss how they created the physical world of New York City for the Broadway musical. They'll also delve into the process of PRINCE OF BROADWAY and THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS and how different musicals require different methods of storytelling.
Presenters
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Beowulf Boritt

Beowulf Boritt (Set Designer) 29 Broadway designs include the Tony Award winning set for Act One, the Tony nominated sets for The Scottsboro Boys, Therese Raquin, Potus, and Flying Over Sunset. Also on Broadway, The Piano Lesson, Ohio State Murders. The Old Man and the Pool, Come... Read More →
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Sharon Washington

Sharon Washington was nominated for a 2023 Tony Award as co-book writer of New York New York the musical. Celebrating over 30 years as a working actress Sharon made her debut as playwright at City Theatre with the world-premiere of her solo play Feeding The Dragon which subsequently... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

3:45pm EDT

Truth in Fiction: Playing Real Life People
Broadway has a long history of presenting plays and musicals that tell true stories or reimaginings of the past. In recent years, it seems that there has been a resurgence of musicals depicting the lives of real people. We're sitting down with actors who have taken on the role of potraying famous historical figures and getting their perspective on what it takes to balance putting on a true to life performance and putting on a show.
Presenters
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Carolee Carmello

Actor, Falsettos, Hello Dolly!, Tuck Everlasting
Carolee Carmello is a 3-time Tony nominee and has appeared in 14 Broadway shows: the original Broadway casts of Tuck Everlasting, Finding Neverland, City of Angels, Falsettos, Parade (Tony nomination & Drama Desk Award), Lestat (Tony nomination & Drama Desk nomination), The Addams... Read More →
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Brittney Mack

Anna of Cleves, SIX on Broadway
Brittney is excited to have been with SIX since Chicago. Tour: Memphis (Networks). Regional: Beehive, Ain’t Misbehavin’, Avenue Q, All Shook Up, Shrek, Rent. International: Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. TV: Empire. Thank you so much to the entire SIX team for the creative opportunity... Read More →
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Domenica Diaz

Domenica, a true Ravenclaw, is a big fan of theatre, literature and Microsoft Excel. She sits on the board of the California Educational Theatre Association and has worked as a freelance stage manager production coordinator with several theatre companies in Los Angeles. She now serves... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Empire Complex

3:45pm EDT

Wig in a Box: A Queer Discussion on the Drag Roots of Theatre
"Back in Shakespeare's time, all the men wore dresses!" Now, how many times have you heard that phrase? Drag has always played a part in theatre, and it's time to pay homage to that! Join Cesario Tirado-Ortiz, also known as Scam Likely, as they engage you in a zany, over the top presentation covering the history of drag and it's relation to the art of pretending on stage.
Presenters
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Cesario Tirado-Ortiz

Cesario Tirado Ortiz (they/he) is a nuyorican neurodivergent nonbinary menace ready to deconstruct what it truly means to be a human being. A SUNY New Paltz graduate, Rio bases most of his work around queer and trans activism, while refusing to sanitize his work to appeal to cishet... Read More →
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Hugo Rose-Reale

Hugo is a Manhattan-based transgender playwright, actor and visual artist who studied at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting Conservatory. His work is heavily inspired by the queer stories he wishes he had access to growing up. Along with his creative endeavors, he enjoys spending time... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Soho Complex

4:00pm EDT

Playwriting Workshop: Finding Your Superpower with David Henry Hwang, with special guest Martyna Majok
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Attending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. Submitting an application does not guarantee access to workshops. Only registered attendees who are accepted into workshops will be allowed to participate in or observe workshops. Please apply via https://www.broadwaycon.com/workshops. Applications close Friday, July 14, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. 
Learn the benefit of writing from a place of emotional honesty and authenticity in this workshop, designed to help participants empower their inner storyteller through expert insight and tips. This educational workshop presented by the Dramatists Guild and taught by contemporary craft leaders is meant for anyone who would like to learn more about the art of creating an effectual piece of theatrical writing of any level. Due to the intimate nature of this workshop and limited available space, applications will be accepted and reviewed by an objective committee.
Presenters
avatar for David Henry Hwang

David Henry Hwang

David Henry Hwang’s work includes the plays M. Butterfly, Chinglish, Yellow Face, Kung Fu, Golden Child, The Dance and the Railroad, and FOB, and the Broadway musicals Aida (co-author), Flower Drum Song (2002 revival) and Disney’s Tarzan. He is America’s most-produced living... Read More →
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Martyna Majok

Martyna Majok was awarded the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for her play, Cost of Living, which debuted on Broadway this fall and was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Play. Other plays include Sanctuary City, Queens, and Ironbound. Other awards include an Obie, Hull-Warriner Award... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Workshops (Duffy/Columbia)

4:15pm EDT

Autographs 1 E3 - Anthony Rapp
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
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Anthony Rapp

BroadwayCon Co-Creator, Actor, Rent, If/Then, "Star Trek: Discovery", "Star Trek: Discovery"
Anthony Rapp is best known for originating the role of “Mark Cohen” in Jonathan Larson’s Tony Award-winning rock opera Rent. He reprised his role in Chris Columbus’s film adaptation opposite other members of the original cast.   Anthony made his Broadway debut in Precious... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 4:15pm - 4:30pm EDT
Autographs Area 1

5:00pm EDT

BroadwayCon 2023 Cosplay Karaoke
For the first time ever, Cosplay Karaoke has come to BroadwayCon! Come be lt your hearts out to your favorite showtunes and celebrate in style!

Sign up at BroadwayCon.com/karaoke.
Saturday July 22, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Soho Complex

5:00pm EDT

How To Break In to and Move Up on Broadway
Join us for an empowering and informative panel discussion, "How to Break into and Move up on Broadway," where you will gain invaluable insights from accomplished leaders in the theater industry. Immerse yourself in the stories and experiences of these esteemed professionals as they openly share their personal journeys, from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of success. Discover the secrets to landing your first job, learn invaluable tips on entering the business, and explore the strategies they employed to navigate and thrive in the competitive world of theater arts. Don't miss this chance to unlock the doors to your Broadway dreams!
Presenters
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Lamar Richardson

Lamar Richardson is a Tony Award® nominated Broadway producer (Death of a Salesman, New York, New York, The Wiz) and award-winning actor with over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry. He is 1st Generation Caribbean American and was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey... Read More →
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Sue Gilad

Producer, Moulin Rouge!, Company, Burlesque
Sue Gilad is a three-time Tony Award-winning theatre producer. She is currently represented on Broadway with Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Funny Girl, and upcoming Here Lies Love, Merrily We Roll Along, and The Outsiders. The Secret Garden recently concluded its run at the Ahmanson... Read More →
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Tara Rubin

Tara started her company in April, 2001 after working for 15 years as a Casting Director at Johnson-Liff Associates. During those years she worked on productions of Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Sunset Boulevard, Jerry Zaks’ revival of Guys and Dolls and Miss Saigon... Read More →
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Michelle Simone Miller

Michelle Simone Miller is a NYC-native actress, writer and host, with a career spanning TV, film, Off-Broadway, and commercials. She holds a B.A. in English and Theater from Brandeis University. Her credits include SHOWTIME's Homeland, CBS' Blue Bloods, MTV's scripted series One Bad... Read More →
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Jane Bruce

Jane is an Original Company Member of Jagged Little Pill on Broadway. Other credits include The Other Josh Cohen (Off-Broadway), Original Sound (Drama Desk Nominee for Best Original Music in a Play), The Ballad of Little Jo (Two River; Cast Recording), and many more exciting new works... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

5:00pm EDT

KPOP Fans Meetup
A time for all fans of KPOP to celebrate the historic run on Broadway! Whether you saw the off-Broadway show, the Broadway show, or have been enjoying the cast album, come celebrate the artists of RBY and the accomplishments of this cast and creative team with us! This will be a chance to meet other fans, uplift the incredible AAPI artists who brought this story to life, share memories and what the show meant to us, and of course, celebrate! This panel is organized by the admin team of the @KPOPBwayFans Instagram account.
Presenters
avatar for Hannah May

Hannah May

Hannah May (she/her) is an NYC-based project manager with a passion for Broadway! She loves supporting her favorite shows and artists while connecting with other fans and working to cultivate an equitable, inclusive, and uplifting community for Broadway fans across the globe.
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Beth Dunn

Beth Dunn is a grad student in Library Sciences at Syracuse University and is looking to work within theatre archives one day. She is an avid book reader and theatre fan. She saw KPOP the musical 4 times on Broadway and loved seeing AAPI voices be heard in a new way.
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Aaliyah Elbert

Aaliyah Elbert is an Assistant Manager based in Jersey City. A native Memphian that moved here last year to experience the joy that is Broadway as much as she pleases. She’s super excited to be making her BroadwayCon debut with her fellow KPOP Bway Fans admins! (@aaliyahcarrie... Read More →
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Michelle Kim

Michelle Kim is a Brooklyn-based data manager in K-12 education who fell in love with KPOP on Broadway when she first watched it with her sister the week before it closed.
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Robert Broome

Robert Broome has been a fan of the kpop genre for over 10 years and is part of the admins of the @kpopbwayfans instagram account.

Saturday July 22, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

5:00pm EDT

Musicals & Mental Health
This popular panel, led by Psychologist Dr. Alisa Hurwitz, features conversation with Broadway favorites about theater and emotional well-being. Topics include self-care, managing anxiety, the impact of oppression/marginalization on mental health and the power of community. The conversation will conclude with an opportunity for audience members to ask questions to the panel.
Presenters
avatar for L Morgan Lee

L Morgan Lee

Actor, A Strange Loop, The Danish Girl
L Morgan Lee is an Obie award-winning actress and theatre maker most known for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical A Strange Loop, which garnered her a Lucille Lortel nomination and the distinction of being the first openly transgender actress to originate a role... Read More →
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Alisa Hurwitz

Psychologist, Writer, DrDrama.com, Dartmouth
Dr. Alisa Hurwitz (she/her) is a Clinical Psychologist at Dartmouth, specializing in gender-affirming healthcare. She is a Board member for the LGBTQ National Hotline and the Broadway Arts Community. Dr. Hurwitz applies her professional knowledge to consult with theater companies... Read More →
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Rebecca Naomi Jones

Actor, Oklahoma!, Significant Other, Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Rebecca Naomi Jones recently starred in Fire in Dream­land at The Public.Broadway:Significant Other, Hedwig and The An­gry Inch, American Idiot, Passing Strange.Off-Broadway:Describe the Night, Marie and Rosetta (both at the Atlantic); Murder Ballad (MTC; Lilly Award and Lucille... Read More →
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Ann Harada

Actor, Emojiland, Avenue Q, "Schmigadoon!"
Ann Harada is best known for Avenue Q (Christmas Eve) on Broadway and in London’s West End. Other Bway: Into the Woods, Cinderella (Charlotte), Les Misérables (Mme. Thenardier), 9 to 5, Seussical, and M. Butterfly. Off-Bway: Dear World, Fairycakes, Emojiland, I Married an Angel... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

5:00pm EDT

Original Theatre? Yes Please!
"In a sea of adaptations, revivals, jukebox and bio musicals, nothing is more intriguing than a show with no source material. New writers are creating exciting original theatre, but they aren't always getting the support they need in the mainstream. In this panel, we will learn from the writers themselves: why is originality so crucial, how can we find these new shows, and why do they need the support of the fans and industry alike? The only way we bring these stories to the forefront is by giving them a platform. Presented by Lines in the Sky (linessky.com)"
Presenters
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Dean Tyler K

Dean Tyler K is a writer, producer, and performer. He was the winner of the 2017 Roger Rees Awards in NYC and went on to be featured at the 2017 Jimmy Awards for his performance of Sky Masterson in Guys and Dolls. Dean wrote the book, music, & lyrics to Alone, a new musical which... Read More →
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Kali Clougherty

Kali Clougherty (she/they) is an NYC-based actor and multi-hyphenate creative originally from South Florida. She holds a BFA in Music Theatre from Elon University. She is the Artistic Director of Lines in the Sky Production Company helping up-and-coming composers produce original... Read More →
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Joey Contreras

Joey Contreras is a New York based, Mexican American musical theatre and pop songwriter, internationally known for his various projects, performances, and studio album releases, amassing millions of streams. He is a two-time Fred Ebb Award finalist, three-time Jonathan Larson Grant... Read More →
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Rachel Covey

Rachel Covey (Rae, to her friends!) is a writer, composer, a member of the BMI Workshop, and a 2020 graduate from Northwestern University. She wrote the book, music, and lyrics for Painting Faye Salvez and Noise, original musicals which have been developed at the New York Musical... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

5:00pm EDT

The Dramatists Guild Presents: Talkback
Pull back the curtain to discover the highs and lows of what it means to create theatre and foster community in the complex landscape of American storytelling. Join host Christine Toy Johnson with Tony Award winner Danny Burstein (MOULIN ROUGE, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF) to delve into in-depth conversations about the intricate facets of navigating and sustaining a life in a theatre that strives to make room for everyone. This special live podcast is presented by the Broadway Podcast Network.
Presenters
avatar for Christine Toy Johnson

Christine Toy Johnson

The New Deal, Come From Away, "Iron Fist"
Christine Toy Johnson is a Tony honored, Obie, Rosetta LeNoire, JACL, and Asian American Arts Alliance award winning writer, actor, and advocate for inclusion. Her written work has been produced and/or developed by the Roundabout, Village Theatre, O’Neill Center, the Abingdon, Greater... Read More →
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Danny Burstein

Actor, Fiddler on the Roof, Follies, Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Nineteen Broadway shows including Pictures From Home, Moulin Rouge!, My Fair Lady, Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret, Golden Boy, Follies, South Pacific, The Drowsy Chaperone, Saint Joan, The Seagull, Titanic, and Company. Off-Broadway includes Describe the Night, A Midsummer Night’s... Read More →

Saturday July 22, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

7:00pm EDT

The Ozdust Ballroom - Presented by WICKED
Join WICKED and BroadwayCon for a night of dancing along to Broadway showtunes – including your favorites from WICKED. The evening will include surprise appearances and live performances, giveaways for all attendees, a complimentary drink, the chance to win additional prizes (including tickets to WICKED Day to celebrate the show’s 20th Anniversary on Broadway in October), and the most swankified photo ops around!
All are welcome! Tickets for this event will be open to the public on at 10:00AM EST Friday, June 16. Platinum Passholders will receive complimentary entrance to the Ozdust Ballroom event, and all other BroadwayCon attendees will receive a coupon code to purchase a discounted ticket.
Learn More → https://www.broadwaycon.com/ozdust
Presenters
avatar for Jordan Barrow

Jordan Barrow

Jordan Barrow made his Broadway debut as the first Black actor to play the role of Boq in Wicked. He recently played Benny in "Rent" at the Paper Mill Playhouse. He starred alongside Victoria Clark and Montego Glover in the world premiere production of "Sousatzka" as well as in the... Read More →
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Zachary Noah Piser

Actor, Dear Evan Hansen
Zachary Noah Piser is proud to be the first Asian-American Evan Hansen, a role he is currently playing on Broadway. Prior to Broadway, he helped bring Evan to life abroad as an original cast member of Dear Evan Hansen's international premiere in Toronto. Broadway: Wicked (Boq). Off-Broadway... Read More →
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Saturday July 22, 2023 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)
 
Sunday, July 23
 

9:00am EDT

Cosplay Check-In
To be considered for our Cosplay Contest, you must check-in at Programming Headquarters on the morning of Sunday, July 23rd.
You will be photographed in costume and these photos will help determine the contestants moving on to the finalist round. If you are selected as a finalist, you will receive further information by your chosen method of communication on Sunday afternoon.
Pre-registering will save you time during the check-in and ensure that you have a spot reserved. If you would like to participate in the Cosplay Parade but not be eligible for awards, you do not need to check-in.
To pre-register for the contest and complete details, follow this link: http://www.broadwaycon.com/cosplay/.
Sunday July 23, 2023 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
BroadwayCon Programming HQ

9:00am EDT

Attendee Check-In
Welcome to BroadwayCon!
Once you arrive at the New York Marriott Marquis, head to the fifth floor lobby with a printed or digital copy of your ticket. We will scan your ticket and exchange it for a convention badge. This badge must be worn at all times. 
BroadwayCon 2022 Health & Safety Policy
The health and safety of our attendees, guests, exhibitors, staff, and other members of the community is incredibly important to us. To see the most up-to-date health and safety policy for BroadwayCon 2023, please click here.
Accommodations for People with Disabilities 
BroadwayCon is accessible to all attendees! When registering, you will be asked if you have a disability that will impact your time at the event, and if so, you will be prompted to tell us about what we can do to make your experience better. This includes, but is not limited to, attendees who are hard of hearing, low-vision, have mobility impairments, or need a quiet place to rest during the convention. Please head over to the customer service desk where they will assist you in making the most of your time here at BroadwayCon!
Sunday July 23, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Registration Area (Fifth Floor Lobby)

9:00am EDT

Customer Service Open
We're here to help!
If you've lost something important, have a question you need answered, or require accommodations for a disability, stop by the customer service desk and a member of BroadwayCon staff will be happy to help you.
Sunday July 23, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Customer Service (Fifth Floor Lobby)

9:00am EDT

Marketplace Hours
Hey, big spenders and budget shoppers! There’s something for everyone in the Marketplace. Spend some time perusing unique Broadway and theatre merchandise, purchase tickets to your new favorite show, register for acting and theatre camps, and so much more!
Sunday July 23, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Marketplace (Westside Ballroom)

10:00am EDT

Photographs A1 - Justin Guarini
Presenters
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Justin Guarini

Actor, Wicked, American Idol, In Transit, Once Upon a One More Time
"Justin Guarini’s almost 30 year career on the stage and screen includes the first season of American Idol, Principal roles in 7 Broadway productions (Women On The Verge, American Idiot, Romeo & Juliet, Wicked, Paint Your Wagon, InTransit, Once Upon a One More Time), the voice of... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 10:00am - 10:15am EDT
Photographs Area

10:00am EDT

Comet and Beyond: The Dave Malloysical Singalong and Meetup
Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812. Ghost Quartet. Preludes. Octet. What makes a Dave Malloy Musical a Dave Malloy Musical? Is it the complex melodies? Is it the snarky lyrics? Is it the unusual source material? Insert fourth example? Whatever the reason, Dave Malloy’s musicals have earned their place in the hearts of many a musical theater fan, be it on Broadway, Off-Broadway, or even Off-Off-Broadway. Join us, the disruptors behind the Great Comet Hallway Singalong of BroadwayCon 2018, as we smash our proverbial glasses on the floor and celebrate the music of Dave Malloy!
Presenters
avatar for Kenjiro Lee

Kenjiro Lee

Kenjiro Lee is a playwright, director, and performance artist based in New York City. As a theatermaker, he has worked in both artistic and administrative capacities with Paper Kraine Productions, the Road Theatre Company, and the New York Neo-Futurists. He is a long-time attendee... Read More →
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Victoria Provost

vip229@nyu.edu
Victoria Provost (she/her) is a bicoastal playwright, performer, and freelance producer. She graduated from NYU in 2020 and has lent her talents to arts organizations all over NYC such as Playwrights Horizons, the Public Theater, Little Island, Bret Adams Literary Agency, and Irish... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Schubert/Uris

10:00am EDT

In the Beginning – THE BOOK OF MORMON
For over a decade THE BOOK OF MORMON has been delighting Broadway audiences with the unforgettable journey of two young Mormons on a mission. But when the show first landed in New York, no one knew whether a musical from the creators of “South Park” would land with traditional theater audiences. Join original cast members from THE BOOK OF MORMON as they reunite to discuss the early days of the irreverent comedy and its journey from outrageous outlier to must-see Broadway mainstay.
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Sunday July 23, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

10:00am EDT

Navigating Social Media As A Theater Artist
Join Psychologist Dr. Alisa Hurwitz and a panel of theater artists to talk about managing online presence to boost career while protecting mental health. Discussion will focus on setting healthy boundaries between self and work, how to be genuine without sacrificing the self and using social media to connect to an audience.
Presenters
avatar for Erin Quill

Erin Quill

Actor
Erin Quill is a dual citizen of Australia and the USA. She holds a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University. She was an Member of the Original Broadway Company of TONY Award Winning musical, AVENUE Q. Other shows include DAVE, FLOWER DRUM SONG, KING & I, and many more. TV/Film includes... Read More →
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Alisa Hurwitz

Psychologist, Writer, DrDrama.com, Dartmouth
Dr. Alisa Hurwitz (she/her) is a Clinical Psychologist at Dartmouth, specializing in gender-affirming healthcare. She is a Board member for the LGBTQ National Hotline and the Broadway Arts Community. Dr. Hurwitz applies her professional knowledge to consult with theater companies... Read More →
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Julia Rhea

I am from Tyler, Texas but thankfully the only yeehaw thing about me is the height of my hair. During high school I would put various Broadway actress’s names on my homecoming mums instead of the usual football player… so obviously my closet was made of glass. I dressed as Barbra... Read More →
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Jane Bruce

Jane is an Original Company Member of Jagged Little Pill on Broadway. Other credits include The Other Josh Cohen (Off-Broadway), Original Sound (Drama Desk Nominee for Best Original Music in a Play), The Ballad of Little Jo (Two River; Cast Recording), and many more exciting new works... Read More →
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Sunday July 23, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Plymouth/Royale

10:00am EDT

Puppetry on Broadway: Meet The Puppeteers Bringing Your Favorite Characters To Life
Puppetry is an incredible tool to bring characters to life in a dynamic, immersive way. In this panel, hear from puppeteers from incredible shows such as Life of Pi, The Lion King, Frozen on Broadway, and Avenue Q. Our panel focuses on three aspects of puppetry: 1) puppet fabrication, 2) puppetry performance, and 3) career development within puppetry. Bringing your own puppet is encouraged!
Presenters
avatar for Rowan Magee

Rowan Magee

Rowan Magee is a puppeteer, designer, and educator from Troy, NY, and a curator for the Object Movement Festival, a winter residency and spring showcase of experimental puppet artists in NYC. He has puppeteered on international tours with Phantom Limb Company, Robin Frohardt, Nick... Read More →
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Cameron Pow

Cameron Pow is currently performing the role of Zazu in the Broadway company of The Lion King, having also performed in the London and First National Touring productions. Other Stage work includes Off-Broadway productions of: The 39 Steps, Accidentally Like A Martyr, Comedy Of Errors... Read More →
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Julia Schemmer

Julia Schemmer is a MBA student at Wilmington University and a puppeteer based in New York City and is absolutely ecstatic for the second year of our Puppetry on Broadway panel! Her career spans a far range of working across the entertainment industry - from working on the production... Read More →
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Rick Lyon

Puppeteer, Avenue Q
RICK LYON is best known for designing and building all of the puppets for the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Avenue Q. Rick was also in that show's original cast, having created the roles of Nicky, Trekkie Monster, the blue Bad Idea Bear, and others. Rick's company, The Lyon... Read More →
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Ryann Redmond

Actor, If/Then, Bring It On, Frozen
RYANN REDMOND is currently starring in Once Upon a One More Time on Broadway. Other Broadway credits include: Frozen (first female Olaf), Escape to Margaritaville, If/Then, Bring It On. FILM: Borderlands, A Good Person. TV: The Good Fight, Heels, Younger. Off-Broadway: Titanique... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Empire Complex

10:00am EDT

Sesame Street: Off the Screen and Onto the Stage
What does it take to bring The Muppets from Sesame Street to the stage, in their very first musical? Join the talent behind Sesame Street the Musical as they discuss the acclaimed show's lovable stars, combining the worlds of Sesame Street and Broadway, the show's iconic music (plus new songs written for the musical), and more in this BroadwayCon exclusive panel!
Presenters
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Helen Park

Composer, KPOP
Helen Park is the first Asian female composer on Broadway. A 2023 Tony nominee, three-time Drama Desk nominee and recipient of the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical and the Richard Rodgers Award, her music has been described as “perversely addictive” (The New York Times) and... Read More →
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Sunday July 23, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

10:00am EDT

The Leading Lady Club
Come join the club! The Leading Lady Club features panelists from various different areas of the Broadway industry. Join them as they discuss what it means to be a leader, how they got their start in the industry, how women are making their voices heard, and give advice to the next generation. Inspired by The Leading Lady Club podcast.
Presenters
avatar for Caitlin McNeilage

Caitlin McNeilage

Caitlin is a New York-based actress, singer, and producer. Her producing resume includes the first show to open Off-Broadway after the COVID-19 shutdown, her popular 54 Below concert series ""The Leading Lady Club,"" and a SOLD OUT run at the world famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival... Read More →
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Julia Dunetz

Julia Dunetz is a Tony Award-Winning theatre producer dedicated to developing new works that highlight narratives not often seen onstage through song and storytelling. Julia is a Co-Producer on this season's Broadway revival of PARADE, and she made her Broadway producing debut as... Read More →
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Kiara Brown-Clark

KIARA BROWN-CLARK is a native New Yorker (whoa!) and an AEA professional Dancer, Singer, Actress, Educator, Choreographer, and Producer. She holds a M.F.A. in Dance & Choreography with a concentration in Musical Theatre from Smith College, and a B.F.A. in International Relations... Read More →
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Siani Woods

Siani Woods (she/her) is the Asst. General Manager for & JULIET and SHUCKED with RCI Theatricals. Previously, she was the AGM for the Broadway productions of PICTURES FROM HOME, OHIO STATE MURDERS, THE MINUTES, AMERICAN BUFFALO, and CHICKEN & BISCUITS, as well as the recent National... Read More →
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India Haggins

India Haggins is the Account Director and Head of Audience Inclusion and Engagement at SpotCo. Inc in NYC. With over 20 years of experience in the non-profit and Broadway performing arts industry, India has worked to bring dance, music and theater to local and international audiences... Read More →
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Katy Sullivan

Katy Sullivan is an award-winning actress who originated the role of Ani in the Pulitzer Prize winning play Cost of Living, which made it’s Broadway premiere October 2022. Her performance won her Drama League, Outer Critics Circle, Lucille Lortel and Ovation Award nominations along... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Majestic/Music Box

10:00am EDT

The Wrong Cat Died: The Great Debate
After seeing CATS the Musical for the first time in July of 2016, host Mike Abrams was filled with a whirlwind of emotions. He was amused, confused, and a little angry. Almost exactly three years later when the 2019 CATS movie trailer came out, Mike had enough. It was time to speak his truth – Grizabella was the wrong Cat to Die at the Jellicle Ball. In this podcast, Mike is joined by Hank Santos (CATS National Tour), Jonalyn Saxer (CATS Broadway revival, BACK TO THE FUTURE), and Rachael Joyce-Anderson (The Theater Lovers) to debate some of the most controversial subplots of CATS including the the infamous Jellicle Choice.
Presenters
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Rachael Joyce

The Theater Lovers made the most niche theatre meme you've ever seen. Will Anderson and Rachael Joyce are a married couple that makes theatre content online, best known on Instagram and TikTok as The Theater Lovers. They aim to make theatre accessible by combining history with humor... Read More →
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Sunday July 23, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

10:00am EDT

What is "Immersive" Theatre?
"Immersive" has quickly become a buzzword for many theatrical productions, but what actually is an immersive show? Join this panel discussion with immersive producers, creators, and performers, to hear the history of this medium, learn about the latest shows, and discover the potential of this new art form. From Great Comet to Escape Rooms, LARP to PodPlays, and VR to Game Theatre, there's so much to discover in the world of immersive theatre!
Presenters
avatar for Andrew Hoepfner

Andrew Hoepfner

Andrew Hoepfner is the Creator at Houseworld Immersive, one of the foremost immersive theater companies in New York City. Houseworld Immersive is best known for their three major works: Bottom Of The Ocean, Whisperlodge, and Houseworld.
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Ryan A Hart

Ryan would claim to be a tinker, a tailor, a soldier, and a spy, but in truth he couldn’t hem a pair of pants. He developed his interest in storytelling as a cadet at the United States Air Force Academy, where he discovered theater as part of the Academy’s Bluebard’s Theater... Read More →
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Jessica Creane

Jessica Creane is a game and immersive experience designer who believes that the things we take most seriously in life are the things we ought to be most playful about. She is the founder of IKantKoan Play/s, a 2022 Arctic Circle Artist-in-Residence, and her work has been presented... Read More →
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Edward Mylechreest

New York City Correspondent, No Proscenium
Edward Mylechreest is an immersive theatre producer, creator, and consultant based in New York City. Passionate about the potential of immersive storytelling, Edward is a Senior Correspondent for NoProscenium, the online guide to the ever-evolving world of immersive art & enterta... Read More →
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Risa Puno

Risa Puno is an award-winning interactive installation artist who creates disarmingly playful experiences for the public realm that help us examine and understand how we relate to one another. She uses the mechanics of popular games and pastimes as metaphors for larger social systems... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Soho Complex

10:30am EDT

Autographs 1 A3 - Jenn Colella
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
avatar for Jenn Colella

Jenn Colella

Actor, Come From Away, If/Then, High Fidelity
2017 Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk Award winner, Tony Award nominee for Come From Away. Broadway: If/Then, Chaplin, High Fidelity, Urban Cowboy (Outer Critics Circle Award nomination). Off-Broadway: Beebo Brinker Chronicles, Lucky Guy, Slut, Closer Than Ever. Regional: Come... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 10:30am - 10:45am EDT
Autographs Area 1

10:30am EDT

Autographs 2 A3 - Justin Guarini
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
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Justin Guarini

Actor, Wicked, American Idol, In Transit, Once Upon a One More Time
"Justin Guarini’s almost 30 year career on the stage and screen includes the first season of American Idol, Principal roles in 7 Broadway productions (Women On The Verge, American Idiot, Romeo & Juliet, Wicked, Paint Your Wagon, InTransit, Once Upon a One More Time), the voice of... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 10:30am - 10:45am EDT
Autographs Area 2

11:15am EDT

Photographs B1 - Jenn Colella
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
avatar for Jenn Colella

Jenn Colella

Actor, Come From Away, If/Then, High Fidelity
2017 Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk Award winner, Tony Award nominee for Come From Away. Broadway: If/Then, Chaplin, High Fidelity, Urban Cowboy (Outer Critics Circle Award nomination). Off-Broadway: Beebo Brinker Chronicles, Lucky Guy, Slut, Closer Than Ever. Regional: Come... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 11:15am - 11:30am EDT
Photographs Area

11:15am EDT

& Juliet: The Crossover Between Shakespeare and Pop ? F*ckin Perfect.
Join Ruthie Fierberg and the cast of this season's hit musical, & Juliet, as they deep-dive into how this show truly celebrates Everybody(.mp3)! Hear from the Original Broadway Cast members, including Tony Award winner Paulo Szot, Tony Award-nominees Betsy Wolfe and Stark Sands, Melanie LaBarrie, and Philippe Arroyo, about the unexpected crossover between Shakespeare and pop music, what makes this show stand out among other jukebox musicals, and why this story is worth telling right now. 
& Juliet flips the script on the greatest love story ever told, imagining what would happen next if Juliet hadn’t ended it all over Romeo, and got a second chance at life and love – on her terms. Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name. & Juliet is created by the Emmy-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek” and features an iconic playlist of Pop hits, including “Since U Been Gone,” “Roar,” “I Want It That Way,” “Confident,” and more.
Presenters
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PA
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RF

Sunday July 23, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

11:15am EDT

EdTA Thespians from the Classroom to Broadway
Joined by current working Broadway Professionals that are Thespian Alumni, this panel focuses on the importance of the Thespian Society and how it has shaped the lives of Alumni and the future of Broadway. The panel will include representatives from The Educational Theatre Association (International- Level), Members of the New York Thespians (State Level), and notable Alumni that are currently active in the Broadway industry (Performers, Producers, and Stage Managers). This panel will not only serve as an informative session about the Thespians program but also allow current Thespians attending BroadwayCon to join together. By highlighting Broadway professionals that were Thespians back when they were students, the panel will also serve as inspiration for aspiring future Broadway performers and professionals.
Presenters
avatar for Marie Diamond Iachetta

Marie Diamond Iachetta

Marie was a founding member of her Thespian Troupe 7892 back in high school. She is thrilled to now serve on the NY Thespian Board as the STO Coordinator working with Thespian student leaders across New York State, since 2018. She works in the legal and compliance fields and holds... Read More →
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Jessi Riese

Jessi Riese is a Thespian Alumni originally from Florida. She’s been a Theatre Arts Educator for 14 years and was an active member of the NY Thespian’s Board for 4 years. She is also a puppeteer, musician, and a Jr. Thespian Troupe Director.
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Mark Drum

A NYC-based Filipino immigrant artist and graduate from the University of Northern Colorado, with a B.A. in Theatre. Mark is a SAG-AFTRA member, an EdTA professional member, proud Thespian alum from Thespian troupe 6513 and Junior Thespian troupe 88331. He was also an ITO representative... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

11:15am EDT

El Futuro es Latiné: Dreaming of A More Diverse Theatre Industry
An hour-long panel that focuses on the importance of creating Latiné stories within the theatre industry. As well as discussing the challenges BIPOC musical theatre artists and companies face to change the disparities within the industries and bring to light the main reasons for the predominantly white theater environment. In this panel, we will describe ways on how to develop and advocate for new Latiné-written works of musical theatre. Our special Latiné guests will share their journeys to Broadway and the methods that really helped get their work and projects off the ground.
Presenters
avatar for Joey Contreras

Joey Contreras

Joey Contreras is a New York based, Mexican American musical theatre and pop songwriter, internationally known for his various projects, performances, and studio album releases, amassing millions of streams. He is a two-time Fred Ebb Award finalist, three-time Jonathan Larson Grant... Read More →
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Christin Eve Cato

Christin Eve Cato is a playwright, dramaturg, and performing artist from the Bronx. She holds an MFA in Playwriting from Indiana University and completed her BA in Political Science and Philosophy at Fordham University. Cato is also a graduate of Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School... Read More →
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Luis Salgado

Actor, Director, Choreographer, In the Heights, Paramour, Fame
Luis Salgado is an international director, choreographer and educator from Puerto Rico . Most recently, he directed and choreographed the current second national tour of On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan which can be seen on tour in 2023 and 2024. He also directed... Read More →
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Ryan Morales Green

Ryan is a Boricua-Italian actor, producer, and arts advocate based in NYC, and the founder and producing artistic director of the Latiné Musical Theatre Lab. The Lab, founded in November 2021, is a home for developing and advocating for new works of Latiné written musical theatre... Read More →
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Jacinta Clusellas

Jacinta Clusellas is a composer, guitarist and songwriter based in New York City. Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Jacinta’s music brings together South American folklore, jazz and chamber music. Inspired by her concept album El Pájaro Azul (published in Japan under the... Read More →
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Jim Joseph

Jim Joseph was born and raised in The Bronx, NY and is the Director of Operations for Second Stage Theater, one of the most prominent theater companies in the country and winner of the 2022 TONY Award for Best revival of a Play for Take Me Out by Richard Greenberg.  At Second Stage... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Empire Complex

11:15am EDT

From the Big, Blue House to Broadway: Childhood Nostalgia Meets Musical Theater
From the big, blue house to Sesame Street, these childhood icons are taking the big stage in so many incredible ways. This panel features Alan Muraoka (Sesame Street, Aladdin on Broadway), Noel Macneal (Bear in the Big Blue House, Little Shop of Horrors), and Chris Sullivan and Anthony Veneziale(Electric Company, Freestyle Love Supreme). Although each of their journeys might be different, this panel will explore the intersections between children's media and programming and Broadway. Get ready for a blast from the past!
Presenters
avatar for Noel Macneal

Noel Macneal

 Noel Macneal is a native New Yorker born & raised in Central Harlem, and began his career in the fall of 1982 on “Sesame Street.” From there he’s become a puppeteer, a writer, a lyricist, a director, a producer, and an author. His latest book is his life-story-so-far entitled... Read More →
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Alan Muraoka

As an actor, Mr. Muraoka is most recognizable for his role in the Emmy Award winning series, Sesame Street, where he has played "Alan," the proprietor of Hooper's Store for the past 21 seasons. With Sesame he has performed concerts at Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, and with the... Read More →
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Chris Sullivan

Chris "Shockwave" Sullivan is an American actor and vocal percussionist. He is best known as being a regular cast member on the American children's public television show The Electric Company as Shock. His work on the show includes beatboxing. Sullivan was also a producer of the show... Read More →
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Julia Schemmer

Julia Schemmer is a MBA student at Wilmington University and a puppeteer based in New York City and is absolutely ecstatic for the second year of our Puppetry on Broadway panel! Her career spans a far range of working across the entertainment industry - from working on the production... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Soho Complex

11:15am EDT

Magical Meetup: A Celebration of Disney on Broadway
Back for the 4th year, this meetup is a fun time for all fans of Disney and Broadway. We will nerd out over trivia about Disney on broadway, and there will be trivia, games, prizes, and more surprises in store!
Presenters
avatar for Ally O'Brien

Ally O'Brien

Ally O'Brien is a teacher and broadway enthusiast from NJ. She has a degree in English from Ramapo College. She studied theatre with broadway weekends.
avatar for Amanda Bohlmann

Amanda Bohlmann

Amanda Bohlmann is an Elementary School Teacher by day and a performer by night. She is thrilled to be back for yet another year to share her love of two of her favorite things: Disney and Broadway.

Sunday July 23, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

11:15am EDT

Telling Our Stories - Breaking the AAPI Box on Broadway
Join Erin Quill as we chat with some true Broadway powerhouses! Erin has invited friends Ali Ewoldt, Zach Piser, Vishal Vaidya, Shoba Narayan, Raymond J Lee, and Thom Sesma to talk about their experiences as AAPI actors playing iconic roles on and off-Broadway. Make sure you don't miss this amazing panel!
Presenters
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Thom Sesma

Thom's recent credits include OLIVER! at NY City Center’s Encores and the premiere of Madeleine Myers' DOUBLE HELIX at Bay Street Theatre in Sag Harbor. Other credits include Man of No Importance (Classic Stage Company), Letters of Suresh (Second Stage - Lortel Award nomination... Read More →
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Erin Quill

Actor
Erin Quill is a dual citizen of Australia and the USA. She holds a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University. She was an Member of the Original Broadway Company of TONY Award Winning musical, AVENUE Q. Other shows include DAVE, FLOWER DRUM SONG, KING & I, and many more. TV/Film includes... Read More →
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Raymond J. Lee

Actor, Groundhog Day, Anything Goes, Sweeney Todd
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Joanna Carpenter

Actor, Sweeney Todd
Proud Asian-American artist. Currently a swing in Sweeney Todd on Broadway. Founder of English language learning program 86 the Barrier, a program created to serve Spanish-speaking migrants.
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Zachary Noah Piser

Actor, Dear Evan Hansen
Zachary Noah Piser is proud to be the first Asian-American Evan Hansen, a role he is currently playing on Broadway. Prior to Broadway, he helped bring Evan to life abroad as an original cast member of Dear Evan Hansen's international premiere in Toronto. Broadway: Wicked (Boq). Off-Broadway... Read More →
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Ali Ewoldt

Ali Ewoldt is currently starring as Christine The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. She made her Broadway debut as Cosette in Les Miserables, appeared in Lincoln Center's recent Tony Award Winning revival of The King and I and has played Maria in numerous productions of West Side... Read More →
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Stafford Arima

Director, Allegiance, Ragtime
Stafford Arima is the Artistic Director of Theatre Calgary (theatrecalgary.com). He was nominated for an Olivier Award for his direction of the West End premiere of Ragtime; and in 2015 he became the first Asian Canadian to direct a musical (Allegiance) on Broadway. Additional credits... Read More →
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Sunday July 23, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

11:15am EDT

The Future of Broadway Marketing: Building Deep Communities from the Ground Up
The state of Broadway marketing has changed. We can longer expect audiences to show up to productions they don’t have an intimate relationship with. Theatrical worlds possess so much potential and by creating multiple pathways for audiences to discover them via TikTok, podcasts, or extended reality, we can treat audiences like collaborators, not consumers. 
In this conversation Brandon Powers, Founder and Creative Director of experiential theatrical brand studio Constellation, will break down his community building approach and share best practices to unlock the potential of a theatrical brand. He will be joined by collaborators and innovative producers, Nico Juber and Blair Russel, to share their approaches and experience building new musicals. Join the session to get energized about the possibilities of a new path for the industry!
Presenters
avatar for Nico Juber

Nico Juber

Nico Juber is a Drama League songwriting contest & NAMT Challenge award-winning musical writer and was recently named to the "2023 Women to Watch on Broadway" list by the Broadway Women's Fund. Her original comedy MILLENNIALS ARE KILLING MUSICALS was recently seen Off-Broadway (produced... Read More →
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Brandon Powers

Brandon Powers is a creative director + choreographer who creates experiences across physical and virtual space. His work focuses on capturing liveness in the digital, building interdisciplinary communities, and shifting culture towards a more embodied future. His key projects include... Read More →
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Blair Russell

Blair Russell is a producer, developer, supporter, and lover of theater and live performance whose experience ranges from fringe festivals to Broadway shows. His most recent projects include the Tony-nominated Slave Play by Jeremy O. Harris and the critically-acclaimed immersive Off-Broadway... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

11:15am EDT

Women of Tomorrow: Broadway Mamas
Tony Award Nominee Laura Bell Bundy (LEGALLY BLONDE) chats with THE COTTAGE co-star and fellow Tony Nominee Lilli Cooper (TOOTSIE, POTUS) about the causes that matter to her and what it's like to start a family while working on Broadway. This special live podcast episode is presented by the Broadway Podcast Network.
Presenters
LB
LC

Sunday July 23, 2023 11:15am - 12:15pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

12:15pm EDT

Beginner Theatre Dance with Thayne Jasperson
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Attending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. Submitting an application does not guarantee access to workshops. Only registered attendees who are accepted into workshops will be allowed to participate in or observe workshops. Please apply via https://www.broadwaycon.com/workshops. Applications close Friday, July 14, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. 
Join Thayne Jasperson in this exclusive Beginner Theatre Dance workshop at BroadwayCon 2023!
Presenters
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Thayne Jasperson

Actor, Hamilton, Newsies, Matilda
Original Broadway cast: Hamilton (Samuel Seabury/King(us)/John Laurens(us)), Newsies (Astaire Award Nominee), Matilda, Finding Neverland (A.R.T), Only Gold MCC. National Tours: West Side Story, Oz (Scarecrow), So You Think You Can Dance. Film: Hamilton, High School Musical 1 & 2... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Workshops (Duffy/Columbia)

12:15pm EDT

BroadwayCon 2023 Feud
Guess what the fans in our survey said as our onstage guests and attendees engage in an epic feud!
Presenters
avatar for Jenn Colella

Jenn Colella

Actor, Come From Away, If/Then, High Fidelity
2017 Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk Award winner, Tony Award nominee for Come From Away. Broadway: If/Then, Chaplin, High Fidelity, Urban Cowboy (Outer Critics Circle Award nomination). Off-Broadway: Beebo Brinker Chronicles, Lucky Guy, Slut, Closer Than Ever. Regional: Come... Read More →
avatar for Paige Davis

Paige Davis

Actor, Chicago, Boeing-Boeing
Paige Davis is best known as the host of the groundbreaking, design-reality show, TRADING SPACES. Paige also co-hosted the Emmy-nominated HOME AND FAMILY for the Hallmark Channel and was the host of OWN’s HOME MADE SIMPLE, for which she was nominated for a 2013 Daytime Emmy for... Read More →
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Anthony Rapp

BroadwayCon Co-Creator, Actor, Rent, If/Then, "Star Trek: Discovery", "Star Trek: Discovery"
Anthony Rapp is best known for originating the role of “Mark Cohen” in Jonathan Larson’s Tony Award-winning rock opera Rent. He reprised his role in Chris Columbus’s film adaptation opposite other members of the original cast.   Anthony made his Broadway debut in Precious... Read More →
JR

Sunday July 23, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

12:15pm EDT

Jukebox Musical Jam
Come join us and your fellow jukebox fans to sing, dance, and take part in some fan-favorite jukebox musicals! From the sights of the Moulin Rouge to Juliet's playlist, we at least one song thats been a radio and/or Spotify favorite!
Presenters
avatar for Mandy Padilla

Mandy Padilla

Mandy Padilla is a theater student and seamstress/cosplayer here in NYC. She can normally be found doing various photoshoots around Sunset Park as Mirabel Madrigal or walking through theaters with their red bucket to collect for Broadway Cares. They love to find ways to craft imaginings/re-imaginings... Read More →
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Zach Aaronson

Partnerships Marketing Manager, RPM
Zach Aaronson is the Partnerships Marketing Manager at RPM Agency, currently representing Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Once Upon a One More Time, Here Lies Love, Hamilton, Sweeney Todd and more. He lives in Hell's Kitchen with the sweetest little poodle boy you've ever seen. He loves... Read More →
avatar for Will Anderson

Will Anderson

The Theater Lovers made the most niche theatre meme you've ever seen. Will Anderson and Rachael Joyce are a married couple that makes theatre content online, best known on Instagram and TikTok as The Theater Lovers. They aim to make theatre accessible by combining history with humor... Read More →
avatar for Rachael Joyce

Rachael Joyce

The Theater Lovers made the most niche theatre meme you've ever seen. Will Anderson and Rachael Joyce are a married couple that makes theatre content online, best known on Instagram and TikTok as The Theater Lovers. They aim to make theatre accessible by combining history with humor... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Soho Complex

12:15pm EDT

Take A Bow
As a showbiz kid, host Eli Tokash knows what it’s like to balance childhood normalcy and the demands of starring on Broadway, Television, and Film. Join Eli and Salisha Thomas (ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME) as they walk audiences through life in the entertainment industry, through the experience of a “child star.” This special live podcast is presented by the Broadway Podcast Network.
Presenters
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ST

Sunday July 23, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

12:15pm EDT

The Women of THE COTTAGE
In the new Broadway comedy, THE COTTAGE, the true meaning of fate, identity and marriage are called into question as an unpredictable and hilarious web of secrets begins to unravel. Join Tony Award nominee Laura Bell Bundy (Legally Blonde), Tony Award nominee Lilli Cooper (Tootsie), and Dana Steingold (Beetlejuice), along with playwright Sandy Rustin, to chat about the making of the uproarious new American comedy. The discussion will be moderated by Alan Seales and recorded for a special live episode of "The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales," available on the Broadway Podcast Network or wherever you get your podcasts.
Presenters
avatar for Sandy Rustin

Sandy Rustin

SANDY RUSTIN is an actress and award-winning playwright named by American Theatre Magazine as one of the “Most-Produced Playwrights of the ’22-’23 season.” Her stage adaptation of the film CLUE is one of the most-produced plays in the U.S., with over 3,000 productions worldwide... Read More →
avatar for Dana Steingold

Dana Steingold

Girl Scout, Ensemble, u/s Lydia, Beetlejuice
Broadway/tours: Beetlejuice. The 25th Annual…Spelling Bee. Off-Broadway/ New York: Avenue Q, The Visit, Saturday Night, Anyone Can Whistle. Regional: Paper Mill, North Shore Music Theatre, George Street, Westport Country Playhouse, Barrington, Baltimore Center Stage, KC Rep, North... Read More →
LB
LC
AS

Sunday July 23, 2023 12:15pm - 1:15pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

1:15pm EDT

Photographs C1 - Niki Metcalf
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
avatar for Niki Metcalf

Niki Metcalf

Niki Metcalf is a New York based performer best known for her time playing Tracy Turnblad on the National Tour of Hairspray. Over the past two years, she has captured content about life on the road, her popular “Sabrina Carpenter sound check series,” Hairspray skits and more... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 1:15pm - 1:30pm EDT
Photographs Area

1:15pm EDT

BroadwayCon 2023 Cosplay Contest
Join us as we celebrate the wonderful artistry of this community as we crown the winners of the 2023 Cosplay Contest!

If you would like to register for the cosplay contest and for complete details, please follow this link: http://www.broadwaycon.com/cosplay/

Contestants must visit Programming Headquarters on Sunday morning to check-in or register. 
Presenters
avatar for Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

1:15pm EDT

Moulin Rouge!: From the Screen to the Stage
Two dedicated fans of the film and stage musical trace the history of the musical and film from its roots in Paris, the inspirations for the music and story in opera and literature, explore the use of music, symbolism, and color in the film and stage production, and present trivia and changes from the movie to the Broadway musical - and why this is such a dream come true to finally have a beloved film on stage!
Presenters
avatar for Kelly Ostazeski

Kelly Ostazeski

Kelly Ostazeski is a Broadway enthusiast, performer, cosplayer, and writer. She occasionally performs in community theatre productions, most recently in Into the Woods. She often attends comic cons and enjoys dressing up as her favorite characters such as Dolly Levi, Peggy Carter... Read More →
avatar for Tyler N Manning

Tyler N Manning

Tyler N. Manning (they/them) is burgeoning theater professional with a bachelor’s degree in television and a minor in theater. Tyler currently works front of house on Broadway and hopes to provide people with the same magic they felt as a young theatergoer. Tyler is a proud New... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Soho Complex

1:15pm EDT

Moving Forward (and the Power of Collaboration)
Come join an engaging conversation between Christine Barker (A Chorus Line) and Betsy Struxness (Hamilton) on their recent collaboration: Barker's newly published memoir, Third Girl from the Left. Struxness narrates the audiobook version on Audible.
Barker and Struxness know what it takes to have longevity, (some) control, and a bit of balance in a tumultuous, albeit fulfilling, line of work. Two dancers Two different generations. Two history-making Broadway shows. With time for audience questions you'll get an in depth look into how artists ride the ups and downs to keep moving forward in an ever-shifting entertainment career.
Presenters
avatar for Betsy Struxness

Betsy Struxness

Betsy Struxness is an interdisciplinary artist, entertainer and educator.  Raised in the professional arts community of Kansas City Betsy earned a BFA in Dance from The Juilliard School and forged a career in New York City on Broadway, appearing in Wicked, Memphis and originating... Read More →
avatar for Christine Barker

Christine Barker

Christine Barker moved from her family’s home in Santa Fe, New Mexico to New York City to pursue a career in theater and dance. She appeared in national tours and off-Broadway productions before being cast in the London production of the Tony Award-winning show A Chorus Line. From... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

1:15pm EDT

Stage and Screen: Acting Across Mediums
Our panel of performers will discuss their careers across screen and stage, compare the experience of performing for camera or a live audience and share their thoughts on how mediums shape stories and characters.
Presenters
avatar for Paige Davis

Paige Davis

Actor, Chicago, Boeing-Boeing
Paige Davis is best known as the host of the groundbreaking, design-reality show, TRADING SPACES. Paige also co-hosted the Emmy-nominated HOME AND FAMILY for the Hallmark Channel and was the host of OWN’s HOME MADE SIMPLE, for which she was nominated for a 2013 Daytime Emmy for... Read More →
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Anthony Rapp

BroadwayCon Co-Creator, Actor, Rent, If/Then, "Star Trek: Discovery", "Star Trek: Discovery"
Anthony Rapp is best known for originating the role of “Mark Cohen” in Jonathan Larson’s Tony Award-winning rock opera Rent. He reprised his role in Chris Columbus’s film adaptation opposite other members of the original cast.   Anthony made his Broadway debut in Precious... Read More →
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Nicholas Barasch

Nicholas Barasch recently starred as Orpheus in the 1st National Tour of HADESTOWN. He made his Broadway debut at age 10 in the 2009 revival of WEST SIDE STORY, performing one of the show's signature songs, "Somewhere," which he recorded for the Grammy Award-winning cast album. Other... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Empire Complex

1:15pm EDT

The Making of a New Musical with ROCK & ROLL MAN
Join the creatives behind the hit new musical ROCK & ROLL MAN as they dive into the process of bringing a show to life in New York City.
Presenters
RC
GK
LM
RM

Sunday July 23, 2023 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

1:45pm EDT

Autographs 1 C3 - Niki Metcalf
Welcome to BroadwayCon 2023's Autograph and Photograph Experiences, presented by Audience Rewards! Please visit the BroadwayCon ticketing site to purchase tickets for your chosen session.
Presenters
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Niki Metcalf

Niki Metcalf is a New York based performer best known for her time playing Tracy Turnblad on the National Tour of Hairspray. Over the past two years, she has captured content about life on the road, her popular “Sabrina Carpenter sound check series,” Hairspray skits and more... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 1:45pm - 2:00pm EDT
Autographs Area 1

2:30pm EDT

BroadwayCon LGBTQIA+/TNB2S+ Meetup
Hey friend! Come to this meetup if you identify as LGBTQIA+/TNB2S+! This is a safe space!
Sunday July 23, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

2:30pm EDT

Capturing Creativity with Digital Technology: Stage Write
capture blocking, staging, and tracking all the moving pieces of theatrical productions of all sizes. From Stage Managers and Swings, to Directors and Lighting Designers, this collaborative tool is uniting the creative team in unique ways.
Presenters
JW

Sunday July 23, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Soho Complex

2:30pm EDT

Representation on the Road
The musical ON YOUR FEET! THE STORY OF EMILIO AND GLORIA ESTEFAN was groundbreaking in its own right when it premiered in 2016, then-hailed as an example of bringing more diversity and inclusion to Broadway. Now, on the road in 2023, the second national tour has taken this foundation even further — with cast, crew and musicians representing more than 10 countries including Cuba, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Venezuela, Brazil, Colombia, Chile and beyond. Additionally, half of the lead producing team are Puerto Rican-Americans, and the tour has created jobs for 12 performers currently in the country on artist visas. How can we use this success as a model to continue bringing more representation to the road, which has been slower to catch up to progress being made on Broadway?

Luis Salgado (director, choreographer and producer) and his team approached this project with three key ideas in mind — finding talent who represent the show’s key theme of “what an American looks like;” the importance of creating mentorship relationships between creatives and talent; and utilizing relationships with regional theatres as an incubator to support these relationships.

In this discussion, Luis will lead a discussion with Claudia Mulet (Associate Director, OYF second national tour), Gaby Albo (principal actor playing Gloria Estefan), and Holly Buczek, CSA. They will share their experiences with ON YOUR FEET! and other productions, and speak more broadly to how these ideas can unfold into future projects that strengthen representation in cast, crew and producers on the road.
Presenters
HB
avatar for Gaby Albo

Gaby Albo

Gaby Albo is a proud Mexican who never imagined herself performing for a living. She went from being a shy child in a musical theatre summer camp to someone who discovered her purpose in life on stage. Just a few years later, she started her musical theatre career in A Chorus Line... Read More →
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Claudia Mulet

Claudia Mulet is a New York City based multidisciplinary artist, born and raised in Havana, Cuba. Graduated from the Higher Institute of Arts (ISA) in Cuba, with a Bachelor in Performing Arts and a fellowship in dramaturgy. Some of her past work includes: Teatro El Publico (The... Read More →
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Luis Salgado

Actor, Director, Choreographer, In the Heights, Paramour, Fame
Luis Salgado is an international director, choreographer and educator from Puerto Rico . Most recently, he directed and choreographed the current second national tour of On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan which can be seen on tour in 2023 and 2024. He also directed... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

2:30pm EDT

Something Big is Coming...
Check back on this space soon - we're announcing big new programs every week!
Sunday July 23, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Empire Complex

2:30pm EDT

The Great BroadwayCon Debate
You can take the stage for the Great BroadwayCon Debate! Use that brain full of theater knowledge to debate strangers and win prizes! Replicating countless debates held over pancakes at Denny’s after a show or at a piano bar, The Great Debate might settle long-seated arguments... or start new ones. Join theater fans to vote for the most convincing debater! Arrive early to sign up for a spot on the stage.
Presenters
avatar for Dr. Ashleigh Strange

Dr. Ashleigh Strange

Dr. Ashleigh Strange (they/he) was born in Fairbanks, Alaska where they told jokes just to stay warm. After a quarter-life crisis, they moved to Lehigh Valley, PA for reasons yet unknown. An activist, comedian, networker, and worm bin parent, they work in non-profit comms and yell... Read More →
avatar for Caroline Strange

Caroline Strange

Caroline Strange (she/they) is an Alaskan born actress, singer, gamer, skater, and ""parent"" of many plants and a corn snake. Acting credits span regional theatre, Off-Broadway, commercial, short film, voice-over, playwrighting, and music. ""The only lasting truth is change. God... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Plymouth/Royale

2:30pm EDT

TheatreTok Live at BroadwayCon!
Theatre TikTok assemble! Building off their popular weekly live streams on TikTok, this session will unite the theatre TikTok community, hosted by Brandon Powers (@brandon_powers), Kate Reinking (@theatreislife), and Ashley Hufford (@ashleyhufford). Like their usual conversations, TheatreTok Live will feature industry discussion, questions from the audience, and special surprise guests. Join the fun as we bring the TheatreTok community together IRL!
Presenters
avatar for Ashley Hufford

Ashley Hufford

Ashley Hufford is a content creator, a video producer, but first and foremost a theater kid. You can join her at the theater on tiktok @ashleyhufford or find her wandering Brooklyn with her dog Ogie.
avatar for Brandon Powers

Brandon Powers

Brandon Powers is a creative director + choreographer who creates experiences across physical and virtual space. His work focuses on capturing liveness in the digital, building interdisciplinary communities, and shifting culture towards a more embodied future. His key projects include... Read More →
avatar for Kate Reinking

Kate Reinking

Kate Reinking is a content creator on a mission to see as much theatre as possible and influence everyone to do the same! Catch them in a theatre from Berkeley to Broadway and everywhere in between. @theatreislife on TikTok@lastmidnight on IG

Sunday July 23, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Majestic/Music Box

2:30pm EDT

WICKED: The Long Wonderful Life of WICKED
WICKED has been a Broadway mainstay for two decades. 20 years is a long time to do a show, and this longevity brings with it challenges, opportunities, and stories galore! Join the cast and creatives of WICKED as they discuss the ins and outs of being a show with such amazing longevity both on and off stage!
Presenters
avatar for Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →
MA
JD
CQ

Sunday July 23, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

3:45pm EDT

Beyond the Stage: Careers in Educational Theatre
Join members of the Educational Theatre Association for an engaging panel of industry professionals in the field of Educational Theatre to discuss the robust and rich opportunities teaching theatre can provide. Hear from veteran classroom teachers, teaching artists, education outreach directors moderated by EDTA's Executive Director the panel will provide attendees concreate tips on how to get your start in the wonderful field of Theatre Education.
Presenters
avatar for Courtney Boddie

Courtney Boddie

Courtney J. Boddie is an executive leader, consultant, creative artist, facilitator, professor, advisor and mentor. A 2021 Crain's New York 'Notable Black Leader and Executive,' and recipient of the 2019 TYA/USA: TYA Community Impact Award. As the VP, Education & School Engagement... Read More →
avatar for Krista Carson Elhai

Krista Carson Elhai

EdTA
Krista Carson Elhai Krista taught theatre for 38 years, at both Hemet and Claremont High Schools, where she directed over 300 productions in a department of over 500 students with 13 sections of theatre, including a vibrant IB Theatre program. Her productions have performed mainstage... Read More →
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Lisanne Shaffer-Dickerson

Lisanne Shaffer-Dickerson is an Assistant Professor of Theater Education/Theater for Young Audiences. Prior to her appointment at ECU, she served for nine years as a theater teacher and Director of Musical Theater at Brooklyn High School of the Arts, an esteemed performing arts school... Read More →
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Richard Frazier

Richard Frazier is the current Vice President of the Educational Theatre Association. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Theatre Education from Columbus State University. He serves as the Executive Artistic Director of Theatre Macon in Macon, GA, where he established the theatre’s... Read More →
avatar for Jennifer Katona

Jennifer Katona

EdTA
Dr. Jennifer Katona is the current Executive Director of the Educational Theatre Association and President of the Educational Theatre Foundation where she works to serve theatre educators across the United States and Canada with comprehensive resources to build, support and sustain... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Winter Garden/Palace

3:45pm EDT

BroadwayCon 2023 LipSync Battle
We're rounding out the weekend with an epic lip sync battle. Witness these groups of BroadwayCon fans compete in the fine art of lip-syncing. Which songs will they choose? Will they add choreography? Who will advance to the final round? Come and find out!
Presenters
avatar for Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

3:45pm EDT

BroadwayCon Cosplay Meetup
Sunday July 23, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Schubert/Uris

3:45pm EDT

Cosplay: How Broadway and Pop Culture Influence Each Other
In an age of mass fandom, fans craft brilliant cosplays based on their favorite franchises. And some of those Broadway franchises will update their costuming designs based on fan influences. Come join this one-hour discussion with some industry powerhouses on how that symbiosis benefits the professionals and the fans alike. Dress to impress and bring some questions!
Presenters
avatar for William (Bill) Hubner

William (Bill) Hubner

Before originating the role of the Audrey II in the Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors, William (Bill) Hubner worked for nine years on the puppet crew of The Lion King. He completed a total of thirteen years with Disney including work on Beauty and the Beast, touring companies... Read More →
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Julie Leavitt Learson

Julie is a member of Fairfield University’s Theatre Program faculty, where she teaches a variety of theatre courses. She is also Costume Director of Fairfield University’s production company, designing and executing costumes, hair and makeup for university productions, managing... Read More →
avatar for Jolene Marie Richardson

Jolene Marie Richardson

Jolene Marie is a New York based costume designer, fashion historian, and writer. She got her start in theatre as a wardrobe supervisor and seamstress in 2011. From there she has worked almost every job as a wardrobe professional, landing her first design job in 2018 with A Christmas... Read More →
avatar for Kathryn Rohe

Kathryn Rohe

Kathryn Rohe currently teaches costume design at Ball State University for the Department of Theatre and Dance and its 10-show mainstage season. Prior to coming to BSU in 2018, she lived and worked in New York City, designing primarily for the award-winning Off-Broadway company, Transport... Read More →
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Julie Saltman

Producer/Costume Designer, SaltyStarnessLLC
Julie Saltman (aka Salty) is a Broadway Producer and Costume Designer. She is originally from Boston but identifies as a die-hard New Yorker now (and has the shoes to prove it)! Julie graduated from Carnegie Mellon and has an MFA in costume design from Brandeis University. She has... Read More →
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Johnny Blaze Leavitt

Johnny Blaze Leavitt is an award-winning playwright, actor, comedian, and cosplayer. He is the co-creator and book writer for Taking Wing: Legends of Emimencia which had a staged preview at The Duke Theatre on 42nd Street and won Best Play at the 2021 TheaterMaker Awards. Recent Off-Broadway... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Soho Complex

3:45pm EDT

You’re In the Band - The Kids from School of Rock: The Musical All Grown Up!
Join the young cast members from School of Rock in talking about how they started with the show and where they are now.
Presenters
avatar for Madison Lagares

Madison Lagares

Nurturing an impressive body of work that encompasses television, film and stage, Madison Lagares is quickly becoming one of her generation's most influential rising talents. Madison stars as Fran ‘Frenchy’ Facciano in “Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies"" for Paramount+. Critics... Read More →
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Joy Rosenthal

Broadway Wiz
Joy has been a Broadway fan since she was 10 years old. Some of her favorite musicals are Six, Legally Blonde, and Mean Girls and she is the co-creator of BroadwayWiz.com. She loves interviewing people in the Broadway industry and seeing shows as often as she can. Find her on Instagram... Read More →
avatar for Gianna Harris

Gianna Harris

Actor, School of Rock
Gianna Harris is a stage and screen actress who made her Broadway debut at 11 years old. She worked on the Broadway and touring company of School of Rock.
avatar for Hayden Wall

Hayden Wall

Hayden Wall is an actor, singer and dancer who has been in various Broadway, Off-Broadway and film productions. He performed in the Tony award nominated original Broadway cast of School of Rock, Les Miserables 25th anniversary National Broadway Tour, Soul Doctor, Big The Musical... Read More →
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Layla Capers

Layla Capers has had a passion for performing and singing well before she was able to speak. The evenings at the end of every Holiday event would consist of Layla singing from her toy microphone. It was something that she would naturally gravitate to. At the age of 9 Layla made her... Read More →
avatar for Taylor Caldwell

Taylor Caldwell

Taylor is so honored to be a part of BroadwayCon 2023 with her School of Rock Family. Taylor’s Theater Credits include: The Tap Dance Kid, Runaways, Really Rosie, School of Rock-original cast, Pedro Pan -NYMF, awarded Outstanding Individual Performance. Taylor worked with Michelle... Read More →
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Tzivi Kleinbart

Tzivi Kleinbart has been a contributor to BroadwayWiz since 2015. She is a native New Yorker who has been a Broadway fan her whole life. Her favorite shows are Newsies and School of Rock.
avatar for Sofia Roma Rubino

Sofia Roma Rubino

Sofia Roma Rubino got her start dancing for the New York Knicks City Kids Dance Team, followed by a run in the Billy Elliot The Musical National Broadway Tour. Soon after she made her Broadway debut in Matilda The Musical at The Shubert Theater, then joined the original Broadway cast... Read More →
avatar for Jordan Cole

Jordan Cole

Jordan Cole, 16 years old, lives in the suburbs of New York. At 9 years old he made his professional debut as Michael Llewelyn Davies in the first national tour of Finding Neverland. He next went on to open the current national tour of Les Misérables as Gavroche. Following his time... Read More →
avatar for Ava Della Pietra

Ava Della Pietra

18 yr old Ava Della Pietra is a singer-songwriter and former Broadway actress who performed as a swing for almost 2 years with the original cast of Broadway's School of Rock, and toured in the Broadway national tours of Les Misérables and White Christmas. She also recorded the cast... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Second Stage (Astor Ballroom)

5:00pm EDT

BroadwayCon 2023 Blizzard Party Line
We've called Patti LuPone, Idina Menzel, Audra McDonald, Sara Bareilles...the list goes on and on! We'll call our fanciest friends and see what they're up to in the hour before curtain during the annual BroadwayCon Blizzard Party Line.
Presenters
avatar for Melissa Anelli

Melissa Anelli

CEO, Mischief Management
Melissa is the CEO of Mischief Management, which produces LeakyCon, the world’s biggest Harry Potter convention, as well as other immersive and community building events for fans. She's a host of the PotterCast and also runs The Leaky Cauldron website. In 2008 she published the... Read More →
avatar for Ben Cameron

Ben Cameron

Actor, Host, Wicked, Footloose, "The Broadway Cast"
Ben Cameron is your Broadway Buddy! Bway: Wicked (OBC), Aida, Footloose (OBC). Tours: Sweet Charity, Fame, Footloose, State Fair, The Who's Tommy. One of the theatre industries most beloved personalities, Ben is the creator and host of Broadway Sessions at The Laurie Beechman Theatre... Read More →
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Sunday July 23, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Mainstage (Broadway Ballroom North & South)

5:00pm EDT

BroadwayCon 2023 Cosplay Karaoke
For the first time ever, Cosplay Karaoke has come to BroadwayCon! Come be lt your hearts out to your favorite showtunes and celebrate in style!

Sign up at BroadwayCon.com/karaoke.
Sunday July 23, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Soho Complex

5:00pm EDT

Open Level Theatre Advocacy: Let Your Voice Be Heard! with Krista Carson Elhai and Jennifer Katona
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 

Attending a workshop at BroadwayCon requires submitting an application in advance. Submitting an application does not guarantee access to workshops. Only registered attendees who are accepted into workshops will be allowed to participate in or observe workshops. Please apply via https://www.broadwaycon.com/workshops. Applications close Friday, July 14, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern. 

The arts are under fire from so many directions. Come join our conversation and find out what theatre advocacy is, and you can use it to activate your community to support the arts. Learn how to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to the arts and how to rally support for your cause.
Presenters
avatar for Krista Carson Elhai

Krista Carson Elhai

EdTA
Krista Carson Elhai Krista taught theatre for 38 years, at both Hemet and Claremont High Schools, where she directed over 300 productions in a department of over 500 students with 13 sections of theatre, including a vibrant IB Theatre program. Her productions have performed mainstage... Read More →
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Jennifer Katona

EdTA
Dr. Jennifer Katona is the current Executive Director of the Educational Theatre Association and President of the Educational Theatre Foundation where she works to serve theatre educators across the United States and Canada with comprehensive resources to build, support and sustain... Read More →

Sunday July 23, 2023 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Workshops (Duffy/Columbia)
 
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