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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
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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.
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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 →
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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 →
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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
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