Broadway Lectures

Jak Malone | Staying Curious, Playful, and Keeping it Simple, Stupid!

In Episode 13 of Broadway Lectures, we are joined by the incredible Jak Malone, best known for their Tony and Olivier Award-winning portrayal of Hester in the smash-hit Operation Mincemeat.

In this lecture, Jak explores the importance of maintaining curiosity, letting go, and embracing playfulness throughout the creative process. Jak also discusses the importance of keeping things simple, trusting yourself, and recognising that you don’t necessarily have to follow every prescribed path to success in order to find fulfilment, recognition, and the appreciation their work has earned.

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Founded/Hosted by Haley Herman

Produced by Olivia Rubric

Director of Photography/Edited by Cason Doyle

Music by Ben Heintz

Pedro Garza | Recovering Your Inner Artist

In Episode Four of Season Two, we’re crafting and recovering our inner artist with the lovely Pedro Garza, recently seen on Broadway in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club and Bob Fosse’s Dancin’, as well as on the National Tours of Hamilton and Anastasia.

In this episode, Pedro explores the personal importance, realizations, and practices involved in recovering your inner artist, as well as the pressures, stigma, and balance that come with working in the entertainment industry, all while creating paper turkeys inspired by memories of the inner child. Filmed in November, this conversation captures Pedro’s thoughts and feelings in that particular moment, while also reflecting on the growth and perspective gained in the coming months.

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Founded/Hosted by Haley Herman

Produced by Olivia Rubric

Director of Photography/Edited by Cason Doyle

Music by Ben Heintz

Haley & Olivia

Haile Ferrier | Neurodivergence, Accessibility, and Advocacy

Join Haile Ferrier, currently playing Christine Daaé in the immersive Phantom of the Opera production Masquerade, for a personal conversation about neurodivergence, accessibility, and advocacy in the theatre industry.

Haile opens up about the tools that have helped her succeed, what meaningful self-advocacy looks like in audition and rehearsal rooms, and how her experience as a neurodivergent performer has shaped her work in an immersive production. We also explore how the industry is evolving to create more accessible and inclusive spaces, the communities that foster belonging both on and off the stage, and why continued advocacy is essential for the future of theatre.

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Founded/Hosted by Haley Herman

Produced by Olivia Rubric

Director of Photography/Edited by Cason Doyle

Music by Ben Heintz

Jake Berne | Historical Figures from Research to Rehearsal to Performance

In our next episode of Season Two, we sit down with Jake Berne from Roundabout Theatre Company’s Archduke to dive into the fascinating process of bringing a historical figure to life onstage.

In this episode, we talk about Jake’s process for building the character of Gavrilo, the balance between historical accuracy and artistic interpretation, his deep admiration for sandwiches, and the historical figure he’d love to portray next. Thoughtful, funny, and full of insight, this conversation gives a glimpse into the work that happens long before an actor ever steps onstage.

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Founded/Hosted by Haley Herman

Produced by Olivia Rubrum

Director of Photography/Edited by Cason Doyle

And NOW with Music by Ben Heintz

Thank you to Ben Heintz for creating Broadway Lectures’ official introduction music. Crafted to perfection. Thank you, Ben!

🤍, Haley & Olivia

Nicholas Barrón | The Industry's Approach to Acknowledging and Working with Disabilities in the Theatre

In our first episode of Season Two, we dive into a meaningful and honest conversation about how the industry acknowledges artists with disabilities. Nicholas opens up about his personal journey with hip dysplasia, sharing the challenges he’s faced, the resilience he’s built, the support he’s gained, and the perspective it’s given him as a performer. Nicholas also reflects on how he found theatre to be not only a welcoming and inclusive community, but a powerful outlet where he could fully express himself and truly shine.

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Founded/Hosted by Haley Herman

Produced by Olivia Rubrum

Director of Photography/Edited by Cason Doyle

Pablo David Laucerica | Being Yourself While Playing Somebody Else

To close out season 1 of Broadway Lectures, we’re sitting down with Pablo David Laucerica for a heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to be yourself as an actor and how embracing your individuality can deepen your work, strengthen your craft, and breathe new life into every character you play. Get ready to laugh, learn, and listen alongside Broadway’s The Queen of Versailles, The Muny’s Jersey Boys, and the Broadway National Tour of Dear Evan Hansen’s Pablo on episode 8.

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Founded/Hosted by Haley Herman

Produced by Olivia Rubrum

Film/Audio by Zubin Stillings

Edited by Cason Doyle

AD by Tallulah Schorvitz

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Larkin Reilly | The Impact of Vaudeville and Cabaret Performing in Musical Theatre

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

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Produced by @oliviarubrum

Film/Audio by @zubin_stillings

Edited by @casondoyle

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Brendan Sheehan | College to Broadway

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

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Founded/Hosted by Haley Herman

Produced by Olivia Rubrum

Film/Audio by Zubin Stillings

Edited by Cason Doyle

AD by Tallulah Schorvitz

Grant Reynolds | Intersectionality in the Industry

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

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Founded/Hosted by Haley Herman

Produced by Olivia Rubrum

Film/Audio by Zubin Stillings

Edited by Cason Doyle

AD by Tallulah Schorvitz

Xhloe & Natasha | What If They Ate The Baby? Talkback

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

You can catch What If They Ate the Baby? at SoHo Playhouse now through December 31! Ticket Link: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35583/production/1254152

Guests: Xhloe Rice & Natasha Roland

Hosts: Haley Herman & Olivia Rubrum

Videographer: Cason Doyle