The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales

Ep369 - Jared Loftin: Stage, Screen, and Turning Audiences Against You


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Jared Loftin takes us on a captivating journey from his Alabama roots to his thriving career in theater and television. With notable credits including Teeth at New World Stages, Tick, Tick… Boom! on Netflix, and Little America on Apple TV, Jared reflects on the unique process of developing new works, the highs and lows of regional theater, and his experiences in the evolving post-pandemic performing arts world. This episode shines a spotlight on his ability to bring complex, layered characters to life, sharing insights into the emotional and technical challenges behind his performances.

From the thrill of audiences turning against his character in Teeth to navigating the early days of his career without a showcase or agent, Jared’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and community. His advice for aspiring performers is as inspiring as it is practical: dive in, embrace the challenges, and stay open to the magic of collaboration. This episode offers a blend of humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom that will resonate with theater lovers and aspiring artists alike.

About Jared Loftin:

Jared Loftin is a New York-based actor with a diverse array of credits in theater and television. His stage work includes Teeth at Playwrights Horizons and New World Stages, Gigantic, The Panic of ’29, and regional productions of Peter Pan, All Shook Up, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. On screen, Jared has appeared in Tick, Tick… Boom! on Netflix, Little America on Apple TV, and Red Oaks on Amazon. Originally from Alabama, he studied musical theater at Elon University and has become a sought-after collaborator in new musical theater works.

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