Unlearning with Veronica Stern | Broadway Podcast

Lizzy is a New Jersey/New York based performer, educator and choreographer. Growing up a dancer, Lizzy was introduced to the stage at a young age and it was simply; "love at first site." Fast forward, Lizzy went on to earn a Bachelor of the Arts degree in Dance Performance. While studying at Georgian Court University she not only honed her technical dance training, but developed a deep passion for arts education as well.Lizzy has most recently been seen performing at The Winter Garden Theatre in Back to the Future on BROADWAY! Previously, she performed across North America with the touring companies of Disney's Aladdin and Anastasia the Broadway musical. As of March 2025, Lizzy has launched her new private dance coaching business, "PRESENCE: Legregin Studios." Follow @lizzymarielegregin on social media for personal & professional updates.Follow Veronica on socials: @veronicastern on Instagram and @thatmixedchicknyc on TikTok.

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Since graduating in 2021 (also known as her sophomore year of COVID), Kate has moved back to her hometown of New York City and has been molding her artistic identity through the many amazing opportunities she has received. She has appeared in and produced several concerts at 54 Below, Chelsea Table + Stage, and the GreenRoom 42. She has also been fortunate enough to be part of the 2022 and 2023 ensembles for BCEFA’s Broadway Backwards at the New Amsterdam Theatre in NYC. Currently, she is in the NYC premiere production of a new musical called THE ANGEL MAKERS at The Connelly Theater downtown.Kate has a strong passion and inclination for new work and has had the privilege of working on and cutting demos for many new projects, including THE ANGEL MAKERS (by Amanda Freedman & Lorenzo Pipino) and IN PIECES (by Joey Contreras). New work, especially those with contemporary music theatre or pop/rock-inspired scores, fuels her artistically, and she hopes her career is peppered with such projects.In addition to her work in theater, Kate hosts a podcast called XO, Your Unlicensed Therapist, where she engages in candid conversations about mental health, relationships, and personal growth, offering a supportive space for her listeners.Follow Kate on socials:@katepcoffey @xourunlicensedtherapistFollow Veronica on socials: @veronicastern, Instagram @thatmixedchicknyc, TikTokIf you enjoyed this episode be sure to LIKE the video!

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In spring of 2022, at the ripe age of 20, Haley Dortch got the call that would change her life. She was asked to play the iconic role of Fantine on the North American Tour of Les Misérables. A role that she played for close to 3 years. In this episode of "Unlearning with Veronica Stern", Haley and Veronica recall their tour memories and connect on their experiences leading musicals in their early twenties. She also gets candid about the harder parts od how taking on a role of this caliber effected her mentally and emotionally. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to check our other episodes of "Unlearning with Veronica Stern". New episodes weekly!Follow Haley on socials: @haleydortch on InstagramFollow Veronica on socials: @veronicastern on Instagram and @thatmixedchicknyc on TikTok

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Originally from Clayton, North Carolina (right outside of Raleigh-Durham), Nicholas received his BFA in Musical Theatre from the University of Michigan and graduated from UNCSA for high school drama. A multifaceted creator based in NYC, Nicholas is a lover of buffalo chicken tacos, dystopian novels, long walks in nature, mindfulness podcasts, and writing in his notebook. Currently, Nicholas can be found performing 8x a week in DRAG THE MUSICAL at NEW WORLD STAGES running until April 27, 2025.Follow Nicholas on socials: @nicholas.kraft on Instagram & TikTokFollow Veronica on socials: @veronicastern on Instagram & @thatmixedchicknyc on TikTokIf you enjoyed this episode, let us know in the comments and subscribe for more!

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Andrew Patino , CEO & Founder of Ursa Creatives, has always had a passion for theatre, marketing, and design. He built a lean team of highly creative individuals (video producers, editors, graphic designers, etc.) who started to collaborate to elevate and modernize brands. When the pandemic shut down the theatre industry, Andrew Patino pivoted to work at a video production company, even trying his hand at selling cardboard. He noticed a shift in the marketing landscape as businesses began to grow their digital presence organically, reminiscent of the early days of SEO. With experience, equipment, and a love for busy work, he started freelancing and quickly found success.Before long, Andrew transitioned from freelancing to building a lean team of creative professionals—video producers, editors, graphic designers—collaborating to elevate brands. Thus, Ursa Creatives was born.Now, Ursa Creatives partners with a diverse range of clients, including restaurants, influencers, consulting firms, and theatres. Driven by passion and curiosity, Andrew and his team see themselves as an extension of their clients' teams and are ready to be part of yours too.Follow Andrew on socials: @andrewpatino_ on Instagram, @andrewpatino on TikTokFollow Veronica on socials:@veronicastern on Instagram, @thatmixedchickny on TikTokNew episodes of "Unlearning with Veronica Stern" every Tuesday!

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In 2022, Willem Butler graduated from Elon University and 3 months later joined the North American tour of Anastasia the Musical in the principal role of Dmitry. He has recently been seen in Jersey Boys (Frankie Valli), Catch Me If You Can (Frank Abignale Jr), and The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Quasimodo). Willem competed and won first place in Broadway World’s first annual NextOnstage competition.

Currently, Willem is performing in the company of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Fulton Theater in Pennsylvania

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Chloe Hechter made waves in the digital creator landscape when she joined TikTok as the self-proclaimed "People's (Jewish American) Princess." Before her rise to TikTok stardom, Chloe and Veronica played Little Red Riding Hood and the Baker's Wife in a theater camp production of Into the Woods. In today's episode, Chloe and Veronica discuss how Chloe transformed her sleepaway camp experiences into a thriving TikTok following of over 95,000 fans (and counting). Join us for an inspiring conversation about creativity, community, and the magic of storytelling.

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Welcome to Unlearning, where we go behind the curtain for an insider’s perspective on the theater industry, break down the buzz worthy conversations on social media, and challenge the stigmas that hold us back. Together, we’re unlearning and redefining what it means to thrive in the business. It's time to rewrite the script!

Veronica Stern is a dynamic and accomplished musical theatre actress. Veronica held the principal role of 'Anya' in the National Tour of Anastasia the Musical and understudied the role of Cosette Les Miserables. She is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati's College Conservatory of Music prestigious Musical Theater BFA program.

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Unlearning with guest...Sarah Alice Liddy!

Sarah is the host of "Completely Clueless" a podcast about navigating life’s uncertainties, together. In 2023, Completely Clueless was featured in the New York Times where Sarah and her former co-host sat down with the author of 'The Defining Decade,' Meg Jay and the NYT to talk about being a twenty-something and how the uncertainties presented in this time of life led them to start the podcast.

Born and raised just outside New York City in Westchester, NY, she experienced the best of both worlds—living as a suburban girl by day and a city girl every moment in between. In the spring of 2021, she graduated from Elon University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Theatre.

Since graduation, she has expanded her performing horizons by co-creating an original podcast, *Completely Fucking Clueless* (CFC). CFC serves as a corner of the internet where life’s uncertainties are explored and celebrated. It allows her to combine her passion for creating meaningful artistic experiences with her love of connecting with others.

In addition, taking charge of CFC’s social media presence led her to discover the deep connection between performance and content creation. This realization inspired her to start creating content for her personal social media channels and brands. She loves how social media provides an opportunity for creatives to take the stage whenever and however they choose. Her channels offer her the space to be her most authentic self, free from the need to conform to a "type" constructed by the entertainment industry.

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@completelycluelesspod

@sarahaliceliddy

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Tune in to the Unlearning podcast for discussions on theater from those in the industry. Hosted by Veronica Stern.

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Welcome to the PILOT episode of Unlearning with guest... Drew Elhamalawy! Fresh off the ground-breaking run of "We Live In Cairo" at New York Theatre Workshop, Drew joins the Unlearning Podcast to chat with Veronica about his journey so far in musical theater. Drew has had an incredible year, from performing with Ariana Grande at the Met Gala to working on the pre-Broadway production of "Queen of Versailles" starring Kristin Chenoweth. Drew is best known for his beautiful work in photography, photographing living legends from Audra McDonald to Angelina Jolie.

Follow Drew on socials:@drewelhamalawy @drewxphotography

Follow Veronica on socials:@veronicastern

Tune in to the Unlearning podcast for discussions on theater from those in the industry. Hosted by Veronica Stern.

Inquiries: [email protected]