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01of 22Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster inThe Music Man.Julieta CervantesMeredith Wilson’sThe Music Manrevival opened on Broadway in February, and features Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster, alongside a crop of exciting newcomers. Hear from 21 of their costars about what their Broadway debuts means to them.
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Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster inThe Music Man.Julieta Cervantes
Meredith Wilson’sThe Music Manrevival opened on Broadway in February, and features Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster, alongside a crop of exciting newcomers. Hear from 21 of their costars about what their Broadway debuts means to them.
02of 22Audrey Cardwell, 32Arturo Holmes/Getty"My Broadway debut has been magical. I’m infinitely grateful to be here. I’m so glad I didn’t give up all those times I wanted to."
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Audrey Cardwell, 32
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“My Broadway debut has been magical. I’m infinitely grateful to be here. I’m so glad I didn’t give up all those times I wanted to.”
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Aydin Eyikan, 18
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04of 22Benjamin Pajak, 11Courtesy of Benjamin Pajak"When we stepped into the Winter Garden for the first time, everybody in the cast started to cry - it was so emotional to think that this was really happening. I can’t tell you how grateful and honored I am, every time I get to go through that stage door. I feel this crazy energy inside, and it feels so good! Also there is a calm feeling when I step on the stage - this place feels like home."
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Benjamin Pajak, 11
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“When we stepped into the Winter Garden for the first time, everybody in the cast started to cry - it was so emotional to think that this was really happening. I can’t tell you how grateful and honored I am, every time I get to go through that stage door. I feel this crazy energy inside, and it feels so good! Also there is a calm feeling when I step on the stage - this place feels like home.”
05of 22Daniel Patrick RussellCourtesy of Daniel Patrick Russell"When Broadway shut down two years ago andThe Music Mangot postponed, it became crystal clear that we cannot take anything for granted. I feel very fortunate that I get to do this."
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Daniel Patrick Russell
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“When Broadway shut down two years ago andThe Music Mangot postponed, it became crystal clear that we cannot take anything for granted. I feel very fortunate that I get to do this.”
06of 22Drew Minard, 21Courtesy of Drew Minard"The realization of such a dream only happens a few times in one’s life and it has totally exceeded my expectations! I have learned more than I ever could have imagined about myself and the art of musical theatre and it has assured me that I want to do this forever."
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Drew Minard, 21
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“The realization of such a dream only happens a few times in one’s life and it has totally exceeded my expectations! I have learned more than I ever could have imagined about myself and the art of musical theatre and it has assured me that I want to do this forever.”
07of 22Emily Jewel Hoder, 10Courtesy of Emily Hoder"I’m so excited to be making my Broadway debut inThe Music Man! It feels very special to be bringing Broadway back and to see all the smiling faces in the audience!"
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Emily Jewel Hoder, 10
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“I’m so excited to be making my Broadway debut inThe Music Man! It feels very special to be bringing Broadway back and to see all the smiling faces in the audience!”
08of 22Emma Crow, 17Arturo Holmes/Getty"Making my Broadway debut inThe Music Manis an honor, especially being cast as the first black Zaneeta Shinn. I’m incredibly grateful to be able to learn from talents such as Hugh Jackman, Sutton Foster, Jefferson Mays and so many other Broadway legends in this cast. It has truly been a dream come true!"
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Emma Crow, 17
“Making my Broadway debut inThe Music Manis an honor, especially being cast as the first black Zaneeta Shinn. I’m incredibly grateful to be able to learn from talents such as Hugh Jackman, Sutton Foster, Jefferson Mays and so many other Broadway legends in this cast. It has truly been a dream come true!”
09of 22Ethan Lafazan, 13Amanda Manthey"It means I have accomplished something that I have dreamed of doing for years!"
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Ethan Lafazan, 13
Amanda Manthey
“It means I have accomplished something that I have dreamed of doing for years!”
10of 22Carlee Flanagan, 12Garrett McGuinness"Making my Broadway debut inThe Music Manis so unbelievably amazing on so many levels; but to do so with super stars Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster is something I never ever imagined, nor will I never forget."
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Carlee Flanagan, 12
Garrett McGuinness
“Making my Broadway debut inThe Music Manis so unbelievably amazing on so many levels; but to do so with super stars Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster is something I never ever imagined, nor will I never forget.”
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Gino Cosculluela, 21
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12of 22Ethan Green-Younger, 11Courtesy of Green Younger"Being on Broadway means the world to me. It is a dream come true! We work hard, but the reward is so amazing."
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Ethan Green-Younger, 11
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“Being on Broadway means the world to me. It is a dream come true! We work hard, but the reward is so amazing.”
13of 22Jordan Beall, 28Courtesy of Jordan Beall"It is truly surreal! I pinch myself every time I see the marquee on my walk to the theater. Knowing my hard work and dedication has paid off and being part of bringing the heartbeat back to New York City is a wonderful feeling that I will never take for granted."
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Jordan Beall, 28
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“It is truly surreal! I pinch myself every time I see the marquee on my walk to the theater. Knowing my hard work and dedication has paid off and being part of bringing the heartbeat back to New York City is a wonderful feeling that I will never take for granted.”
14of 22JT Church, 16Courtesy of JT Church"Making my Broadway Debut inThe Music Manis a dream come true. It is such a privilege for me to get to work and learn from the talented individuals that make up this cast and crew! There is nothing like performing in front of a live audience, and I cherish every moment I get to be on that stage!"
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JT Church, 16
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“Making my Broadway Debut inThe Music Manis a dream come true. It is such a privilege for me to get to work and learn from the talented individuals that make up this cast and crew! There is nothing like performing in front of a live audience, and I cherish every moment I get to be on that stage!”
15of 22Kammie Crum, 20Courtesy of Kammie Crum"Getting to be a part of an original Broadway cast for my Broadway debut has been the most incredible experience. The cast is so supportive and the joy we get to tell every night is something I will never forget. It has been an absolute dream!"
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Kammie Crum, 20
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“Getting to be a part of an original Broadway cast for my Broadway debut has been the most incredible experience. The cast is so supportive and the joy we get to tell every night is something I will never forget. It has been an absolute dream!”
16of 22Kayla Teruel, 12Courtesy of Kayla T"Making my Broadway debut was one of the most exciting things that has ever happened to me. It’s like a dream come true! I’ve waited almost 3 years for this moment and to be finally living it was so emotional."
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Kayla Teruel, 12
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“Making my Broadway debut was one of the most exciting things that has ever happened to me. It’s like a dream come true! I’ve waited almost 3 years for this moment and to be finally living it was so emotional.”
17of 22Kayla LaVine, 17Courtesy of Kayla LaVine"I am so grateful to be making my Broadway debut with so many other amazingly talented debuts, as well as being able to learn from the legendary cast of Broadway Veterans onThe Music Man!"
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Kayla LaVine, 17
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“I am so grateful to be making my Broadway debut with so many other amazingly talented debuts, as well as being able to learn from the legendary cast of Broadway Veterans onThe Music Man!”
18of 22Mitchell TobinCourtesy Mitchell Tobin"It means the world to me to be apart of this company, making my Broadway debut with this cast is something I’ll never forget."
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Mitchell Tobin
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“It means the world to me to be apart of this company, making my Broadway debut with this cast is something I’ll never forget.”
19of 22Nick Alvino, 21Courtesy of Nick Alvino"Having a dream come true is a gift because it allows you to dream even bigger. Making my debut with this incredible company has been more amazing than anything I could’ve wished for, and I am truly grateful."
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Nick Alvino, 21
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“Having a dream come true is a gift because it allows you to dream even bigger. Making my debut with this incredible company has been more amazing than anything I could’ve wished for, and I am truly grateful.”
20of 22Ronnie S. Bowman Jr., 26Courtesy of Ronnie Bowman"Making my Broadway Debut inThe Music Manis evidence of prayer and a lot of hard work. This is a lifelong dream that is now a reality, and I am grateful to be a part of this show. "
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Ronnie S. Bowman Jr., 26
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“Making my Broadway Debut inThe Music Manis evidence of prayer and a lot of hard work. This is a lifelong dream that is now a reality, and I am grateful to be a part of this show. "
21of 22Tanner Quirk, 15Kyle Froman"Growing up in NYC, I would go to the theater and dream of being on stage so making my Broadway debut in this beautiful production ofThe Music Manis just pure joy.”
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Tanner Quirk, 15
Kyle Froman
“Growing up in NYC, I would go to the theater and dream of being on stage so making my Broadway debut in this beautiful production ofThe Music Manis just pure joy.”
22of 22William Colin, 12"I can’t believe I made my Broadway Debut at the age 12. It is literally a DREAM come true! I get to do what I love every night on the Broadway stage!"
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William Colin, 12
“I can’t believe I made my Broadway Debut at the age 12. It is literally a DREAM come true! I get to do what I love every night on the Broadway stage!”
source: people.com
