anniversary of Rent?
I cannot even begin to explain how excited I am, it is a dream role in a dream show. Being able to bring this story around the world is the biggest pleasure. I love theater because it is such a visceral way of evoking something from people. When I was cast I was overwhelmed.
You just started, but how has touring been so far?
I really had no expectations of touring and traveling or how being in a hotel every day of my life would be. So far it's been an incredible experience, even on the busses, the planes, etc being with this amazing cast.
What should the South Florida audiences expect out of this touring company of Rent?
The Company of the RENT 20th Anniversary Tour Photo Credit Carol Rosegg, 2016.
who is thrilled to be making his professional debut in this production.
At what age did you begin singing?
I started doing theater around the 5th grade, but I had always loved singing and dancing as a kid in my house.
Which role has been your favorite to play and why?
This is my 3rd time playing Angel at dierent points in my life and it's my dream role. Another role I loved was the scarecrow in Wizard of Oz.
They should expect the same show you came to love, with a whole new generation of performers that are breathing new life into the characters. It's very powerful to watch this show in this day and age and see how relevant it is even 20 years after its original setting. Tickets, which start at $35, will be available at the Broward Center AutoNation Box OďŹƒce, 201 SW Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33312, browardcenter.org or call 954.462.0222. Orders for groups of ten (10) or more may be placed by calling 954.660.6307. Ticket prices start at $35. The Broadway in Fort Lauderdale 2016 / 2017 subscription season is made possible with the generous support of Bank of America and is presented by Florida Theatrical Association and The Broward Center for the Performing Arts.
How did it feel to be accepted into NYU and is it all that you imagined it to be?
It was a dream come true. I did early admission, and I was accepted 1 month later. It was an amazing program. They are very tough on their students, but I am so happy that I went there. I learned so much there, I love NYU for that.
How excited are you to be making your professional debut in the 20th
(L to R) Jasmine Easler, Katie LaMark RENT 20th Anniversary Tour, Photo Credit Carol Rosegg, 2016.
(L to R) Danny Harris Kornfeld, Kaleb Wells RENT 20th Anniversary Tour, Photo Credit Carol Rosegg, 2016.