BroadwayCon 2025: Full Schedule

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9:30am EST

The Journey to Your Broadway Debut

Saturday February 8, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EST

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 2023-2024 season. 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.

Presenters

Samantha Tuozzolo

Samantha Tuozzolo is a host, creator, equity actor and event professional. 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 on Broadway Podcast Network as of Spring 2023! Samantha... Read More →

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 "Mr. Robot" (USA Network), “SNL” (NBC), “Tommy” (CBS), "Grave Mysteries" (ID Channel), and “Two Grown" (BET Digital... Read More →

Saturday February 8, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EST
Beekman/Sutton North

Live Show

10:45am EST

Immigrants: We Get the Job Done

Saturday February 8, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am EST

Beekman/Sutton North

Working on Broadway is a thrilling, soul-stirring journey that demands resilience, passion, and dedication. Now imagine those who have crossed oceans to be part of it. Join panelists Martín Acuña (Colombia), Daniel Assetta (Australia), Giselle Raphaela (Colombia), and Rodrigo Herrera (Mexico) as they bring you along on their inspiring journeys sharing what it took to leave behind their homelands and carve out their place on the world’s most iconic stages.

Their stories reveal how Broadway became a vibrant melting pot, showcasing global artistry and ambition. From the challenges of starting anew to the joy of realizing a dream, this panel highlights how Broadway has become a transformative space that amplifies voices from around the world, reshaping American theatre and bringing fresh perspectives to audiences everywhere. Celebrate the resilience and boundless creativity immigrant artists bring to Broadway as they redefine what it means to succeed in the world of theatre.

Presenters

Martín Acuña

Martín Acuña is a Colombian performing artist and marketing professional. His show, Backstage Talk Podcast, aims to shed light on stories that are often unheard of, and is the only Latin American podcast covering Broadway and the Musical Theatre Industry.

Daniel Assetta

Daniel is an Australian-Italian actor based in NYC, currently performing in Broadway’s & Juliet as ‘Henry’ and u/s ‘William Shakespeare’. Recent US credits include The Light in the Piazza (NY City Center Encores!), West Side Story (The MUNY), and his solo debut The Road... Read More →

Giselle Andrea Raphaela

Giselle Andrea Raphaela is a Colombian born and St. Maarten raised stage manager who is thrilled to be a part of BroadwayCon in collaboration with this incredible panel! She recently made her debut on Broadway as the replacement Stage Manager on Purlie Victorious. Other Broadway credits... Read More →

Rodrigo Herrera

Rodrigo Herrera (he/him) Proudly Mexican. Stage Manager and Industrial Engineer. Select credits include: Broadway: Home (Roundabout), Bob Fosse’s Dancin’; Nat'l tours: Hamilton (Angelica), Hamilton (Philip), Beetlejuice. Regional: Juan Planchard (Miami New Drama), Rent (Paper... Read More →

Saturday February 8, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am EST
Beekman/Sutton North

Panel

12:00pm EST

The Next Stage: Playwriting Paths for Student Artists

Saturday February 8, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST

Beekman/Sutton North

While the spotlight often shines on the impressive rising stars on stage, there's a new generation of writers crafting the stories that will shape the future of theatre. Curious about who they are or how the playwriting journey begins? Join us for a panel featuring representatives (and graduates!) of top national youth playwriting competitions and festivals. Come and learn about the many exciting opportunities available for young theatre enthusiasts and writers to bring their work to the stage. In addition, you'll gain unique insights into what these competitions look for, along with the exciting trends they’re seeing as they nurture the creators of tomorrow!

Presenters

Reva Stover

Reva Stover is a SDC member director, playwright, activist, actress, dramaturg, producer, and teaching artist from Orlando, FL with a BFA in acting from the University of Central Florida. She promotes equity, accessibility, and collectivism through considerate collaboration with activists... Read More →

Bree Pavey

Bree Pavey (she/they) serves as Executive Director at The Blank Theatre and is the Executive Producer of their annual, nation-wide Young Playwrights Festival (now in its 33rd year). Bree is an actor / director / producer who has worked professionally in Chicago, New York and Los Angeles... Read More →

Marlie Kass

Marlie Kass was introduced to playwriting through Stagedoor Manor’s Dramafest when she was 13. At age 20, she’s an internationally recognized playwright studying theater at Princeton University. Marlie is passionate about creating a more equitable theater world not only through... Read More →

Max Friedlich

Max’s career began at age 17 when he was the youngest writer to present at the NY International Fringe Festival. More recently his play JOB (NYTime’s Critics Pick), after 17 weeks sold out Off-Broadway, transferred to The Hayes Theater on Broadway in July of 2024 for a 15-week... Read More →

Saturday February 8, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Beekman/Sutton North

Panel

2:00pm EST

The Digital Stage: Social Media and the Future of Theatre

Saturday February 8, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Beekman/Sutton North

Many performers and creators turn to social media not just for connection but to hone their skills. In this panel, creators, composers, and directors discuss how platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube became spaces for experimentation, collaboration, and growth. From arranging and orchestrating music to trying out new performance techniques, we'll explore how the virtual world became a stage where we refined our craft, how these skills continue to influence our work today, and where the art of theatre will be going in the future.

Presenters

Joshua Turchin

Joshua Turchin is a performer, composer, music director, and writer. Select credits: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Amazon), Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation (Original Off-Broadway Cast), two Broadway National Tours, Flounder in The Little Mermaid Live-To-Film at The Hollywood... Read More →

Brandon Powers

Brandon Powers is a creative director + choreographer who creates experiences across physical and virtual space. Blending his background in contemporary dance, theatre, and immersive technology, his work focuses on capturing liveness in the digital, building interdisciplinary communities... Read More →

Thomas Sanders

Thomas is a social media content creator and musician, with a passion for stage performance. Apart from the silly things he enjoys making online, he has also performed as Sweeney Todd (Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleetstreet), The Emcee (Cabaret), and JD (Heathers). With the... Read More →

Saturday February 8, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Beekman/Sutton North

Panel

3:15pm EST

Regional Theatre Social Media Support Group: Building an Online Theatre Community

Saturday February 8, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EST

Beekman/Sutton North

Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind session to meet the creative minds behind the screens! Join social media managers from iconic regional theaters like Theatre Under The Stars, Alliance Theatre, Paper Mill Playhouse, Roundabout Theatre, Alley Theatre, and La Jolla Playhouse as they discuss the unique digital stories they craft to amplify each production’s journey from local stages to viral conversations.

Hear how regional theaters are using digital platforms to build dedicated fan communities, spotlight emerging talent, and elevate groundbreaking stories that fuel Broadway's creative pipeline. Panelists will be hosting a Q and A, where you’ll have the chance to dive deeper into the ways regional theatres are pushing productions into the national spotlight and transforming the theatre community through social media.

Presenters

Elizabeth Gentry

Elizabeth Gentry is a seasoned digital content creator with extensive experience collaborating with leading nonprofits and organizations across Texas. As the Assistant Manager of Marketing & Communications at Theatre Under The Stars, Elizabeth manages organic and paid digital media... Read More →

Ashley Elliott

I’m a strategic communications and marketing professional with a passion for the arts and a commitment to building authentic, impactful connections between arts organizations and their communities. With a strong foundation in theatre and community engagement, I focus on assisting... Read More →

Jenna Craig

Jenna Craig (she/her) has worked at Roundabout Theatre Company for over three years on the digital marketing team, starting off as an assistant and now serving as Assistant Digital Manager, where she manages Roundabout’s organic social media and website content. Some of her favorite... Read More →

Caroline Austin

Caroline Austin is the PR & Communications Manager at Alley Theatre, where she has led dynamic social media growth and broadened regional and national media coverage since 2021. With extensive experience in publicity strategy and audience engagement, she has secured coverage for the... Read More →

Rachel E. Roberts

Rachel E. Roberts is a content creator, marketer, and professional theater kid. As the Social Media and Communications Manager at Paper Mill Playhouse, she’s created a rapidly growing digital space for fans and artists that drives engagement and inspires audiences. She’s collaborated... Read More →

Samantha Laurent

Samantha Laurent is the Social Media and Content Manager at La Jolla Playhouse (@lajollaplayhouse) in San Diego, California. As a life-long theatre kid, Samantha was an avid performer in community theatre programs from elementary school through college. By combining her BA in English... Read More →

Saturday February 8, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EST
Beekman/Sutton North

Panel

4:30pm EST

Theater Library

Saturday February 8, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm EST

Beekman/Sutton North

Most of us die-hard theatre lovers have home libraries the size of the National Archives! On this panel, podcast host Charles Kirsch (Backstage Babble) will be joined by the authors of upcoming books that every fan will want to add to their collection, who also happen to be some of the most knowledgeable and prolific minds in theatre scholarship today.

Presenters

Jennifer Ashley Tepper

Jennifer Ashley Tepper is the Creative and Programming Director of 54 Below, a position she has held for over a decade. At 54 Below, Tepper has curated or produced over 7000 shows. She is the producer of the musicals Be More Chill, Broadway Bounty Hunter, and Love In Hate Nation... Read More →

Todd Almond

TODD ALMOND is a performer, songwriter, and playwright. His latest musical, I’M ALMOST THERE, directed by David Cromer, premiered at the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Todd was in the acclaimed the Conor McPherson/Bob Dylan musical, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, at the Public Theater... Read More →

Charles Kirsch

Charles Kirsch is the 17-year-old host of the theater podcast Backstage Babble, which has presented over 200 in-depth interviews with theater legends such as Lin-Manuel Miranda, Carol Burnett, and Kelli O'Hara. Kirsch has also hosted game night benefits for the non-profit organization... Read More →

Kristin Stultz Pressley

Two-time BroadwayCon presenter Dr. Kristin Stultz Pressley is a Broadway historian and frequent lecturer at theatres and universities across the Southeastern United States. Her first book, "I Can’t Give You Anything But Love, Baby: Dorothy Fields and Her Life in the American Musical... Read More →

Peter Filichia

Peter Filichia's books include Brainteasers for Broadway Geniuses; The Biggest Hit – and Flop -- of the Season; Broadway Musicals’ MVPs; Strippers, Showgirls, and Sharks: Musicals That Lost the Tonys; The Great Parade: The 1963-64 Season; Broadway Musical Disputes, Debates and... Read More →

Saturday February 8, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm EST
Beekman/Sutton North

Panel