Highlights:
*Performed at Carnegie Hall with the Wagner College Choir.
*Auditioned and selected to perform the National Anthem at Somerset Patriots TD Bank Arena.
*Started senior year at Wagner College.
*Performed at Carnegie Hall with the Wagner College Choir.
*Auditioned and selected to perform the National Anthem at Somerset Patriots TD Bank Arena.
*Started senior year at Wagner College.
Posts for 2020
December 2020 - "My new look for Christmas! Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Happy Holidays to all!
December 2020 - "Happy to be able to lend a hand and unload gifts at a local collection site for the Marine Toys for Tots program. It is heartwarming to see the generosity of the community. This program takes on new meaning since my older brother is a Marine."
December 2020 - "First snow storm of the season, dressed for the cold and ready to go shovel! In your absence big brother, I'm borrowing your crazy (but warm) Pittsburgh Steelers hat."
December 2020 - "I prepared this monologue as part of my Acting V final and additionally submitted it for the Wagner “Shakespeare on the Oval” Edward II audition which I have been cast in."
December 2020 - "I am excited to announce that I have been cast in a Wagner College "Shakespeare on the Oval" virtual production of Kit Marlowe's Edward II. I'll provide the details and share the performance link when available."
December 2020 - "This will be our first Christmas without my grandfather. Our family visited the cemetery over the weekend and were able to bring a beautiful cross to lay on his grave. He loved watching me perform and enjoyed talking with me about music. I miss you Pop!"
November 2020 - "Chilling out with Bella, my forever friend. Life is good!"
November 2020 - "Wishing everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! I know, bad hair day!"
November 2020 - "This was one of my submissions for my Acting V final. Momma Look Sharp is from the musical 1776 and is based on the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. We get to hear about a young boy shot down; his mother is desperately trying to find her son and say goodbye to him before he dies on the battle field."
November 2020 - "Packed and ready to leave the Wagner campus after finishing up the fall semester. I must admit, I was skeptical when I arrived back in August that we would be able to remain on campus until November. The college did a great job at maintaining our safety. From August 17th to November 23th there were 15,056 Covid tests given on campus with only 13 positive tests recorded which translates to 0.09%. I look forward to returning in February to finish up the course work for my senior year! Stay safe and well everyone!"
November 2020 - "A1 conference audition application completed and pre-screens submitted! A different process this year with a virtual conference due to Covid. Now the waiting begins since the pre-screen submission process runs until February 5, 2021. I'm looking forward to audition season, it is always exciting!"
November 2020 - "I’m feeling nostalgic since it has been a year that Love Sick opened on the Wagner stage. How I miss the laughter of a live audience! Love Sick is a play about relationships with each scene telling a different story. I had two talented scene partners to share the stage with! Here's hoping that during 2021 the theatre community will once again hear the laughter and applause of an audience!"
November 2020 - "As the proud son of a father who served in the Air National Guard and the grandson of two grandfathers who served in the Army and Navy, I would like to say thank you for your service. Happy Veteran's Day!"
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November 2020 - "My brother, my hero! Happy 245th Birthday to the USMC! Jesse, I am very proud of your accomplishments with the Marines and wish you continued success!"
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November 2020 - "StrawHat audition application completed and submitted! A different process this year with a pre-screen video requirement due to Covid. Now the waiting begins since the registration process runs until January 15, 2021."
November 2020 - "Next up for Wagner College Theatre is the critically acclaimed "A Doll’s House, Part 2" by Lucas Hnath. I'll be behind the scenes operating the lighting board. Four performances of the play will be presented on the outdoor stage, for a socially-distant and masked campus audience on November 5th-8th at 7:30 p.m. The show is directed by Brian Sgambati."
November 2020 - "I voted for the first time like so many other Americans! I was too young during the last Presidential election and I am excited to have the opportunity to cast my vote this year!"
October 2020 - "This Saturday's stage make-up class fell on Halloween. We were tasked with transforming ourselves into a Halloween character of our choice during the three hour time slot. My instructor is deathly afraid of Pennywise and couldn't even look at me! I guess I'll take that as a compliment. Time to float Georgie!"
October 2020 - "A quick trip home to fill out my mail in ballot for the upcoming Presidential election and take in a haunt at Sleepy Hollow Haunted Acres in Newton, PA. Even my parents got in the spirit with their Halloween themed face masks!"
October 2020 - "It's that time of year again, time to select spring classes for what will be my last semester at Wagner. As a theatre performance major, senior showcase will be on my schedule. Let's hope we can perform as planned for potential casting agents as prior graduating classes have done."
October 2020 - "Each week I prepare a different song in my Musical Theatre Performance II class. Students are still getting used to performing in their masks. This is What Is It About Her from The Wild Party."
October 2020 - "My cousin Courtney and her soulmate Sean are getting married today! Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend the festivities and celebrate with the happy couple. In their honor, I recorded a song that is very special to me."
September 2020 - "My family put together a wonderful tribute for my 21st birthday! Enjoy!"
September 2020 - "And that's a wrap! Wagner College's "The Other Side of The Rainbow" senior cabaret wrapped last night. I had a great time singing I've Decided to Marry You with the lovely and talented Colleen Kelly and Camryn Duckworth. This cabaret started Wagner's Fall 2020 theatre season on the school's new outdoor stage. As a theatre performance/design, tech, mgmt. double major, I had the privilege of both helping to build the stage then perform on it! Lastly, I would like to give a shout out to Seth Jolles for the great photos!"
September 2020 - "Wagner College senior theatre performance majors have been hard at work for this weekend's The Other Side of the Rainbow cabaret on our new outdoor stage. As a performance/design, tech, mgmt. double major, I also participated in the stage build. Both performances will be live streamed from the college's Facebook theatre performance page."
September 2020 - "I'm learning so much on campus this semester. Lighting Design is on my schedule as one of my Design, Tech, Mgmt. classes towards my double major. This video share is one of the projects I was working on."
September 2020 - "NEVER FORGET"!
8:46 am - North Tower Struck
9:03 am - South Tower Struck
9:37 am - Pentagon Struck
9:59 am - South Tower Collapses
10:07 am - Flight 93 Crashes in PA
10:28 am - North Tower Collapses
"Almost 3,000 lives lost. A nation forever changed!"
8:46 am - North Tower Struck
9:03 am - South Tower Struck
9:37 am - Pentagon Struck
9:59 am - South Tower Collapses
10:07 am - Flight 93 Crashes in PA
10:28 am - North Tower Collapses
"Almost 3,000 lives lost. A nation forever changed!"
September 2020 - "Lets remain diligent fellow Waggies! Everyone on campus is doing a great job wearing masks, social distancing, as well as getting their weekly Covid tests so we stay safe and remain on our beautiful Wagner campus. The numbers released by the school in the attached link are impressive!"
September 2020 - "The Wagner College Theatre outside stage is coming together nicely for our upcoming senior "Over The Rainbow" concert. As a Design, Tech, Mgmt. double major I was happy to lend a hand building and putting the skills that I have learned to work!"
September 2020 - "Wagner College Theatre students safely back and excited to work together!"
August 2020 - "Thanks dad for the use of your truck so I could move my things back to campus. Wagner Covid restrictions require students to move their belongings by themselves in the allotted hour time slot the student signed up for. My new TV wouldn't fit in the back of my car so my dad graciously let me take his truck for a few days."
August 2020 - "I checked another thing off my back to school list today. Covid-19 base line test complete. Thank you Medi-Express and LabCorp for the ease at which I could get tested and the quick turn around time on results!"
August 2020 - "I just secured my move in date and time to head back to Wagner's scenic campus. I'm looking forward to having extra space this year in one of the Seahawk Suites. My schedule for fall is exciting and includes classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Private Voice, Acting V, Musical Theatre Performance II, Lighting Design and Stage Make-up."
August 2020 - "It's official, Wagner College Theatre Performance Seniors have their headshots displayed on campus outside the theatre office. I'm looking forward to being back in class on August 24th to begin my senior year!"
July 2020 - "I had the honor of performing in a Courtyard Cabaret at Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, PA today. This is In A Crowd Of Thousands from Anastasia."
July 2020 - "It's very exciting to have the opportunity this weekend to perform in a Courtyard Cabaret at Buck's County Playhouse in New Hope, PA. I'll be appearing again next month. Stay tuned for dates."
July 2020 - "This is one of the pictures I selected from my recent photo session with Paul Sirochman Photography in Philadelphia, PA. You can view additional photographs under the headshot section of my gallery. Thanks Paul!"
July 2020 - "Another great session at Paul Sirochman's studio, this time for senior year head shots. If you are from the Philly area and need a great photographer, please consider booking with Paul. I am a returning customer since 2018 and anxiously await viewing the proofs at the end of the week."
July 2020 - "It is awesome to be back in the classroom co-teaching a performing arts class this summer for students entering their freshman year in high school. This is my third summer and it is great to see so many faces eager to learn. I couldn't help but smile when one student said that I looked famous."
July 2020 - "Happy Independence Day! I am proud to be an American and thank those that have fought and continue to fight for our freedoms. A shout out to my brother Marine PFC Burnett currently training in Texas. Thank you for your service Jesse, I love and miss you!"
July 2020 - "I'm very excited to announce that I will be singing in multiple courtyard cabarets at New Hope's Bucks County Playhouse during July and August. I had been selected as an apprentice and would have appeared in an ensemble/swing role for their summer performance of The Addams Family had it not been canceled due to Covid-19. Please check back for cabaret dates."
June 2020 - "Happy Father's Day to my amazing Dad and the ultimate Steeler's fan. We surprised him with a framed, signed Bettis jersey from Super Bowl XL! Thanks to technology, my brother was able to Face Time with us to watch him open his gift. Jesse is a Marine and currently training in Texas. Thanks Dad for all you do, we are thankful and blessed!"
June 2020 - "A great weekend down in Cape May with friends. We couldn't resist the chance to tap on a windy pier to Step in Time".
June 2020 - "I had no idea when I visited Cape May last weekend that Congress Hall is considered one of the ten finest hotels in the world! Wow!"
June 2019 - "Very happy to see the Governor's stay at home order lifted yesterday. I'm looking forward to heading to Cape May for the weekend with friends. Fresh air at the beach is long overdue!"
June 2020 - "It's exciting to begin a Musical Theatre History class at Wagner College this summer which will thankfully lighten my course load for Senior year. Students received word recently that we'll be back on campus for the fall semester. I couldn't be happier!"
May 2020 - "Memorial Day, a time to remember those who died for our freedoms! I salute and thank you all!"
May 2020 - "A beautiful day to be at Washington Crossing State Park with family. I haven't been here since the Summer of 2017 when I performed at their Open Air Theatre as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz."
May 2020 - "Under difference world circumstances, I would have been on a flight to Venice today with the Wagner College Choir. Our seven day performance tour would have taken us to Florence and Rome. I would have attended mass at Saint Peter's Basilica. Wow! I can't help but wish things were different, however, I will remain optimistic that my performance career will take me there in the future."
May 2020 - "As is tradition each year, I have a picture taken of me all packed and ready to leave Wagner after my last final. So even though the truck is empty truck since I moved back home in March and my last final was taken at home instead of on campus, I am still very proud of the school year I just completed to become a rising senior! I'm disappointed that I won't be going to Italy next week with the college choir or participating in the Bucks County Playhouse Summer Apprenticeship, however I'm trying to remain positive and hopeful!"
May 2020 - "Wishing a Happy Mother's Day to my very sweet mom. Thank you for all that you do and for your continued love and support. A shout out to Rose Box in NYC for their beautiful arrangements of fresh cut roses that stay beautiful all year long!"
April 2020 - "A bittersweet weekend since Wagner College's On The Town would have opened on the 23rd. I was looking forward to working with some of our very talented Seniors before they graduate in May and begin their careers."
April 2020 - "I was very excited to see the New York Drama Critics' Circle Name Will Arbery's Heroes of the Fourth Turning as Best Play during the organization’s 85th annual voting meeting on April 15th. Michelle Pawk who stars as Gina, is my Wagner College Guidance Counselor and one of my Acting Professors. I am looking forward to her Acting V class this fall which prepares Seniors for a performance career."
April 2020 - "Another 1970's classic for online vocal instruction with my Wagner professor. This is Fire and Rain by the great singer/songwriter James Taylor."
April 2020 - "Online learning continues with a recording for my vocal class of this timeless classic Time In A Bottle by Jim Croce".
March - 2020 - " A little break from online learning with one of my middle school loves, Basketball!"
March 2020 - "Fond memories and happier times. My grandfather loved my run as Chef Louis in The Little Mermaid during my senior year at Notre Dame High School and watched the Les Poissons video on my YouTube channel over and over. He helped to shape my love for music and performing which I am eternally grateful for. I'll miss you Pop and I will continue to pursue my dreams and make you proud!"
March 2020 - "Happy closing to Dance Project 2020. I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to be part of Phases of Change and work with some incredibly talented dancers".
March 2020 - "Wow! I was notified earlier in the week that after my audition and subsequent call back dance video, I am being offered a summer apprenticeship in an ensemble/swing role at New Hope's Bucks County Playhouse which I promptly accepted. I can't begin to express how much this amazing opportunity means to me. The legendary Grace Kelly was on the stage in 1949. I used to go to New Hope when I was a kid and we would pass by the playhouse. Who would have thought I would one day be performing on that stage in their summer production of The Addams Family!"
February 2020 - "Wagner College D.T.M. (Design, Technology, Mgmt.) majors climbing to new heights. I'm learning so much this semester and extremely proud to be part of this program! It is a challenge to be a double major, but worth it."
February 2020 - "I am very excited to make my debut in a Wagner College Dance Project production. Last night was the first design run as we get closer to our performance dates (March 5th through March 8th). You can call the box office for tickets (718) 390-3259, Monday through Friday from noon to 4pm."
February 2020 - "Yesterday I had the honor to attend my brother’s United States Marine Corps graduation in Parris Island, South Carolina. It was really nice to have the family back together and to see all that he had accomplished over the past few months. His Senior Drill Instructor had nothing but great things to say about Jesse and how he has a bright future ahead of him. He graduated Private First Class, was one of the squad leaders for his platoon and one of the few who remained in that position for the entirety of basic training. Marine boot camp is considered to be one of the most challenging basic training's of any military branch. It pushes a recruit both physically, mentally, and morally. Because of this, the Marines are the first to be deployed. Jesse, I’ve never been more proud of you in my life. I can’t wait to see what the future has in store for you. Love you bud!"
February 2020 - "I had a great night in the city at a performance of Swan Lake with two of my roommates and some other good friends from our theatre program!!
February 2020 - "My brother my hero! I proudly announce that my brother earned the title of United States Marine yesterday after successfully completing “The Crucible”. He was promoted last night to Private First Class. The surge of emotion is intense especially due to the years and countless delays Jesse faced to be able to serve the country that he loves so much. Jesse has always had a strong will and fierce determination so our family knew he would never give up. He will defend the country with honor and always put his brother and sister Marines before himself. That’s who he is. I anxiously await flying down to his graduation on the 14th and the chance to congratulate him in person."
January 2020 - "I realize for many this is an honor that they have become used to, however for me it is a huge milestone. This is the first time I have been on the Dean's List during my time at Wagner. Academics never come easy for me and I've had to work very hard. I still remember what it was like to be that little boy who the school wanted to hold back in kindergarten. Flash forward fifteen years; I'm doing very well in my double major and still have time to participate in the college choir and theatrical productions. There is something to be said about persistence and a positive attitude, it will pay off in the end!"
January 2020 -"My hero and older brother Jesse is at Marine Boot Camp and will graduate on February 14th. Tomorrow marks the start of the Crucible which Jesse along with fellow recruits will enter. As one of the squad leaders, he'll lead them in. The Crucible is a test every recruit must go through to become a Marine. It tests every recruit physically, mentally and morally and is the defining experience of recruit training. The Crucible takes place over 54-hours, includes food and sleep deprivation and over 45 miles of marching with 45 lbs. of gear. Family members create lanterns, keeping them lit for the duration to help guide recruits "Home" and give them the strength to get through the event. It is also common to tell friends and family to turn on a porch light to show their support. I love you Jesse, our lights will be burning brightly for you!"
January 2020 - "Wow, this is the year I get cast in projects to show off my dance skills on the Wagner stage. First, in next month's Dance Project, then as a featured dancer in On The Town opening April 23rd. More details to follow."
January 2020 - "I'm very excited to be in NYC for my first A1 Conference auditions! I was thrilled to receive multiple call backs; I'm looking forward to seeing where this could take me during summer 2020 as I head into my senior year at Wagner."
January 2020 - " A busy audition schedule started today with Bucks County Playhouse Apprenticeship auditions up first. Apprentices who are cast will be there for the run of their main stage musical The Addams Family this summer and will become part of the acting company as chorus members or swings. What an amazing opportunity for those that get selected. Of course it is a small world in the theatre and two of my fellow cast members from last summer's Addams Family at Plays-in-the-Park were there as well!"
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January 2020 - "As you can imagine, Wagner College social media is blowing up with the news that 2018 alumna Emma Pittman (center) has been cast in Chicago and will make her Broadway debut as the next Roxie Hart! It is a very exciting time to be a Wagner theatre major and see that dreams can come true with hard work and dedication!"
January 2020 - "Hadestown, Wow! It is hard to find the words to describe this amazing and emotional show that will bring you to tears. My parents couldn't have picked a more perfect Christmas gift. Thanks Mom and Dad, the show's music and message was one that I needed to hear!"
January 2020 - "Wishing everyone a very Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year! Today is the first blank page of a 365 day book. Write a good one."
Posts for 2019
December 2019 - "Merry Christmas to my brother Jesse who has been on Parris Island for the past five weeks training to be a Marine. Please remember all our service members who won't be spending the holidays with their loved ones."
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December 2019 - "A great trip into the city to see Tony, GRAMMY and Emmy Award Winner Cynthia Erivo and Broadway star, Billboard #1 recording artist Shoshana Bean who come together for a one-night-only Holiday Spectacular at the Apollo Theater!"
December 2019 - "I am very excited to announce I was selected as one of the dancers in Wagner's 2020 Dance Project. This year's theme is seasons. I'll be one of four dancers to represent winter. Stay tuned for dates."
December 2019 - "In a world full of Grinches, be a Cindy Lou Who! Happy Holidays from Max, Cindy Lou and The Grinch."
December 2019 - "A hectic week as I head into finals and the end of the fall semester. Earlier in the week my schedule included Dance Project auditions and callbacks. This year's theme is seasons and selected dancers should be announced by Friday. Yesterday I performed for the jury panel which is a requirement for students with a music scholarship. I felt positive about my performance for both and look forward to getting feedback."
November 2019 - "Wishing everyone a very Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving! As I sit down to dinner this year, I am saddened that my big brother is not across from me at the dinner table. I hope he knows that he is in my daily thoughts as he faces the challenges of Marine boot camp. I look forward to seeing him at graduation and telling him how very proud I am."
November 2019 - "I took my final bows earlier in the week for Love/Sick at Wagner College. My heartfelt thanks to Director Mickey Tennenbaum for giving me the opportunity to work with this group of amazing and talented performers. I am eternally grateful."
November 2019 - "Super excited to see that Broadway World had a write up of Wagner College's presentation of Love/Sick by John Cariani. I am beyond grateful to have been cast in the show and be part of the scenes "Obsessive Impulsive" and "What?!" There are two more chances to catch it on Stage One."
November 2019 - "I want to thank director Mickey Tennenbaum for letting my brother Jesse see the run through of LOVE/SICK today since he'll be shipping out for Marine boot camp in two days. Words can not express how much I love you Jesse and will miss your visits to Wagner. Thanks for always being there for me, to give advice when I need it and to listen when I have to get something off my chest. I couldn't ask for a better brother. You'll always be in my thoughts and prayers. Semper Fi!"
November 2019 - "I am beyond excited to be nominated in Broadway World's Regional NJ Awards for Best Actor in a Musical for last summer's production of The Addams Family at Plays-In-The-Park in Edison. I had a blast developing the character of Lucas Beineke and enjoyed working with such talented performers. Check out the media section of my gallery to see a reel of some of my scenes".
November 2019 - "Movin' on up to the Tap IV advanced level class in my Spring 2020 schedule!! A shout out to my Wagner College tap instructor Mary Six Rubert for her continued work with me to make this goal of mine a reality! I am also excited to announce that I was asked to be a Teaching Assistant in Tap I next year!"
November 2019 - "Recently the cast of LOVE/SICK was treated to a four hour master class from playwright John Cariani (center). Mr. Cariani charmed us with his brilliant insights and observations. It was a rare opportunity for young actors and their director, Mickey Tennenbaum. Thank you Michele Pawk for making the initial introductions. LOVE/SICK opens Nov. 21st on Wagner’s Stage One."
October 2019 - "Happy Halloween from Wagner College and your favorite clown Pennywise. Time to Float Georgie!
October 2019 - "A1 Conference pre-screen auditions were held at Wagner College on Saturday, what a great experience! I was excited to receive an email Sunday night that I have been invited to audition in January which hopefully will lead to performing with a theatre company during the summer of 2020!"
October 2019 - "A frighteningly good time with friends at Bloodshed Farms in Columbus, NJ. It wouldn't be the Halloween season without attending a haunt and having a few scares!"
October 2019 - "Another adventure started this month, the first rehearsal for John Cariani’s LOVE/SICK. I'm thrilled to have the chance to share the stage and work with nine amazing actors. The show opens November 21st on Wagner College’s Stage One, watch this space for further details. LOVE/SICK is directed by Mickey Tennenbaum."
October 2019 -"Like father, like son, a Pittsburgh Steelers win last night over the Chargers thanks to our new matching checkerboard black and gold Vans! I may be at Wagner and my dad is in NJ, but we're wearing our team's colors in our own special way. Love you Dad, thanks for everything you do to support my endeavors!"
October 2019 - "There is still one more chance to see Evita on Wagner College's main stage, 10-13-19 at 2pm. Evita brings to life the rags-to-riches story of Eva Perón, the First Lady of Argentina. Directed and choreographed by Chloe Treat, with music direction by Dan Garmon. Yours truly has been one of the soundboard operators for the run of this show as a tech assignment for my D.T.M. double major. What a great experience, what a great show!"
September 2019 - "Winnie the Pooh reminds us just how meaningful checking in on a friend can be not just during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month but always". It occurred to Pooh and Piglet that they hadn't heard from Eeyore for several days, so they put on their hats and coats and trotted across the Hundred Acre Wood to Eeyore's stick house. Inside the house was Eeyore. "Hello Eeyore," said Pooh. "Hello Pooh. Hello Piglet," said Eeyore, in a Glum Sounding Voice. "We just thought we'd check in on you," said Piglet, "because we hadn't heard from you, and so we wanted to know if you were okay." Eeyore was silent for a moment. "Am I okay?" he asked, eventually. "Well, I don't know, to be honest. Are any of us really okay? That's what I ask myself. All I can tell you, Pooh and Piglet, is that right now I feel really rather Sad, and Alone, and Not Much Fun To Be Around At All. Which is why I haven't bothered you. Because you wouldn't want to waste your time hanging out with someone who is Sad, and Alone, and Not Much Fun To Be Around At All, would you now." Pooh looked and Piglet, and Piglet looked at Pooh, and they both sat down, one on either side of Eeyore in his stick house. Eeyore looked at them in surprise. "What are you doing?" "We're sitting here with you," said Pooh, "because we are your friends. And true friends don't care if someone is feeling Sad, or Alone, or Not Much Fun To Be Around At All. True friends are there for you anyway. And so here we are." "Oh," said Eeyore. "Oh." And the three of them sat there in silence, and while Pooh and Piglet said nothing at all; somehow, almost imperceptibly, Eeyore started to feel a very tiny little bit better.
"In tribute to my high school friend and fellow performer Nick Pratico (seen in the picture below standing to my right). We lost Nick to suicide in September 2017. I wish I had known what he was going through and had been there to check in on him."
"In tribute to my high school friend and fellow performer Nick Pratico (seen in the picture below standing to my right). We lost Nick to suicide in September 2017. I wish I had known what he was going through and had been there to check in on him."
September 2019 - "Sharing a heartfelt birthday tribute created by my family honoring my 20th Birthday. I wouldn't be who I am today without them. Thanks Mom, Dad and Jesse; I love you guys!"
September 2019 - "A beautiful sunny day to be in the city to support the annual Broadway Flea Market. I picked up a cap from Carousel and a Dear Evan Hanson polo. I was very excited to see and shake the hand of Rachel Zegler, the amazingly talented Jersey girl cast as Maria in Steven Spielberg's remake of the classic West Side Story!"
September 2019 - "A great weekend at J.M.U. to visit my love before our schedules get too hectic with our respective shows! Thank you Megabus for your affordable service from N.Y.C. to D.C.! It certainly helps a college student on a budget".
"I'm very excited to announce my acting debut on the Wagner College stage in John Cariani's Love/Sick, a collection of nine quirky scenes about the mysteries of relationships. The show is directed by Mickey Tennenbaum and will run from November 21st - 24th. I look forward to sharing the stage with some extremely talented, dedicated comedic performers. Here's to the start of a great semester!"
August 2019 - "Wagner College Theatre upperclassmen welcome the class of 2023 on the steps of the Main Hall. You can find me in the top right corner. Wishing the new class all the best. I hope they enjoy being part of this highly rated program as much as I have!"
August 2019 - "And just like that summer break is over and I'm back at Wagner College to begin my junior year. I had a busy summer working as a counselor at a performing arts camp, performing in The Addams Family Musical as Lucas Beineke and taking two General Education classes to catch up with my double major. I have a full schedule this semester with Acting III, Stage Directing, Stagecraft, Drafting for the Stage, Ballet II, Tap III, Musical Theatre Styles Tap and private voice lessons. I'm a member of the Wagner College Choir and arrived on campus early to sing at convocation for the incoming 2023 freshman class. The choir will be traveling abroad and performing in Italy during the later half of May 2020 which I'm very excited about!"
August 2019 - "A few fun trips to the Jersey shore this summer with my girlfriend, my brother and some good friends! I love all of you, thanks for the memories!"
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August 2019 - "Beyond grateful to be able to perform The National Anthem at a Somerset Patriots game. Many thanks!"
August 2019 - "That's a wrap! I'm so incredibly proud to have been part of this amazing production. I worked with the most talented performers and am grateful to have been part of the cast. It has been an honor and I sincerely hope we'll work together in the future."
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August 2019 - "So thankful to be part of the Wagner College highly ranked theatre program. I'm looking forward to heading back to school to begin my junior year at the end of the month!"
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August 2019 - "Thanks Paul Sirochman Photography for the great headshots you took to begin my junior year at Wagner College. This is the one I'm going to lead with!"
August 2019 - "It was great to have my family in the audience to see the show tonight. I can't thank them enough for their continued support since I wouldn't have gotten this role without them. I have told this story before, but I'll tell it again. I received a call back for the role of Lucas, however I was at school and didn't have a ride to be able to attend. Upon hearing that, my parent's drove to Wagner to pick me up to bring me to the audition. The rest is history. Thanks mom and dad for all you do!"
July 2019 - "I'm so happy to be part of this family! The Addams Family Musical opens tonight at Plays-in-the-Park in Edison, NJ! Hope to see you there."
July 2019 - "Tech week has been great, hard to believe we open in three days! Here I am with Wednesday and some of the Addams ancestors. Sitzprobe is tonight and tomorrow night we add in the fog and haze machines. Can't wait!"
July 2019 - "Proud boyfriend moment watching Makenna perform last night. If you are looking for a great show this summer, I would highly recommend Mamma Mia currently on stage at Bucks County Playhouse in scenic New Hope. Makenna is a rising sophomore at JMU and is part of the Playhouses highly competitive apprenticeship program in a swing role. I was not aware that Grace Kelly launched her career at the Playhouse. Wow! After the show apprentices perform in a Cabaret at The Deck Restaurant/Bar attached to the Playhouse. What a great experience for them and a thrill for the audience to know they are watching the next generation of theatre professionals!! Bravo!"
July 2019 - "Sharing my dedication to my cousin Courtney as she celebrates her engagement. I know all dads and their daughters can appreciate the sentiment of this very moving song titled Happy/Sad. I am currently in rehearsals for The Addams Family Musical so this song has been on my mind."
July 2019 - " My grandfather turned 80 over the weekend and I had the honor of singing for him. He has always been one of my biggest supporters and fans! Thanks Pop for all you do, I love you very much!"
July 2019 - "Happy Independence Day! What a great day hanging out with my family, relaxing on the deck and playing horseshoes with my brother Jesse".
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June 2019 - "An amazing performance of Newsies at The Count Basie Center for The Arts in Red Bank. My roommate Anthony was cast as Buttons and it was great to see him on stage again."
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June 2019 - "Addams Family rehearsals are going well. We have already had a complete run through and are scheduled to be off book by July 7th. Cast head shots are being taken on the 7th as well. Last night the family continued work on the Full Disclosure scene. We open July 31st!"
June 2019 - "A great day in the city to visit my other half on her day off from rehearsing for Mama Mia which opens at Bucks County Playhouse on June 28th. We spent part of the day in Central Park and are always appreciative of a willing kind person to take a picture of us."
June 2019 - "Happy Father's Day to my amazing dad. I can't begin to thank you for all that you do for me! I wouldn't be who I am today without you, mom and Jesse. All my love."
June 2019 - "What a great first rehearsal for The Addams Family cast of the Middlesex, N.J. Plays-In-The-Park end of summer show! Excited to meet everyone and block out "One Normal Night" and "When You're An Adams". I'm looking forward to putting my own personal touches as I develop the character of Lucas!"
June 2019 - "Dress rehearsal for All That Jazz Dance Academy as it presents their recital titled "Applause" at Rider University's Yvonne Theater where I am appearing as an alumni guest. I can't wait until I break in my new Miller and Ben tap shoes and can use them for future performances!"
June - "Dress rehearsal for All That Jazz Dance Academy as it presents their recital titled "Applause" at Rider University's Yvonne Theater where I am appearing as an alumni guest. Into The Woods is one of the shows I would love to be cast in, but for now I'll settle with performing Giants In The Sky!"
June 2019 - "A selfie at Central Casting in NYC. I am now officially registered as a non union member and can apply for background work. Hey, you never know, Brad Pitt got his start at Central Casting!"
June 2019 - "Thank you Broadway Dance Center for fitting me for my first pair of Miller and Ben tap shoes. I picked the Jazz Tap Master and can't wait to start breaking them in this summer so they'll be good to go when I'm back to class at Wagner College in August!"
May 2019 - "They're creepy and they're kooky, mysterious and spooky - they're all together ooky...The ADDAMS FAMILY - some awesome graveyard pieces from the set model by designer Mike D'Acrcy. I'm very excited to go to my costume fitting tonight and start the countdown for rehearsals to begin. Can't wait!"
May 2019 - "What a privilege to be asked to sing "The National Anthem" at the 149th Yardville Groveville Memorial Day Parade Service. I attended pre-school across the street and it is always an honor to be able to give back to my local community. Thank you to the parade committee for organizing such a wonderful event."
May 2019 - "A great first day at my M.C.C.C. summer biology class to help me get on track for my Wagner double major. I'll be on campus three days a week for a class then lab through June. Then things really get busy in July with a psychology class, play rehearsals and my performing arts summer camp job!"
May 2019 - "Happy Mother's Day to the best grandmom a grandson could ask for. Thanks for always supporting my performances and helping me achieve my dreams!"
May 2019 - "I'm very excited to announce there is now an official date for my National Anthem performance at a Somerset Patriots game this season. I'll be singing on August 13th which is their Star Wars Night. The players will be wearing Star Wars themed jerseys that will be auctioned off. Sounds like a fun game to be a part of!"
May 2019 - "A great concert last night given by the Community Christian Choir who has raised and donated more than $256,000 in their twenty three year history. I was blessed to spend six years singing with the choir and was happy to be in the audience to listen to my friend Jordan perform with them for the last time. Jordan is a talented vocalist who will be joining me at Wagner College in the fall as an music education major. What a small world that another Notre Dame High School alumni has chosen to pursue their college education at Wagner."
May 2019 - "And just like that, my sophomore year comes to an end and I'm halfway through my time at Wagner College. Wow I'm a rising junior already!"
April 2019 - "This was a follow up to last month's Somerset Patriots National Anthem auditions. Finalists were asked to sing the anthem on the field and see what the acoustics are like. I will be contacted in the coming weeks to schedule a mutually agreeable date to sing at a 2019 game. Thanks for giving me this opportunity!"
April 2019 - "Sharing a Behind the Scenes look at the recent Plays-In-The-Park Auditions. You can pick me out in a few places with my Hollister T-shirt. I'll be appearing as Lucas Beineke in The Addams Family, one of three shows presented this summer by Plays-In-The-Park."
April 2019 - "Blessed to be home for the weekend to celebrate Easter with my family."
"April - "If you are going to be in the city, please consider buying tickets for Beautiful on Broadway. I'm very proud to announce that one of my Theatre Professors (who is also my Wagner College Advisor), Tony award winner Michele Pawk, is in the show as Genie Klein."
April 2019 - "My busy audition month for summer theatre has come to an end. This weekend I was put through an intense dance audition at Algonquin Arts Theatre for A Chorus Line. What more can I say but God I Hope I Get It!!"
April 2019 - "I was thrilled to receive a call this afternoon letting me know I was cast in a Middlesex County Plays-in-the-Park presentation of The Addams Family as Lucas Beineke (Wednesday's boyfriend). The show will run July 31, 2019 through August 10, 2019 with performances at 8 pm. Plays-in-the-Park is conveniently located one block south of the Menlo Park Mall off of Route 1, in Edison, N.J."
April 2019 - "Scene practice for my Middlesex New Jersey Plays In The Park audition for their August production of The Addams Family. I was excited to be called back for the role of Lucas. A huge thank you to my family and friends who helped get me to four separate auditions this week from my Staten Island campus to call backs for three different shows!"
April 2019 - "Middlesex New Jersey Play In The Park initial auditions concluded today. This will be a busy week as I prepare for my call back to be considered for Davey, Crutchie orJack. I'm going to work hard and Seize The Day!!"
April 2019 - "Humbled once again to sing in the annual spring recital of the vocal studios of Professors Michelle Ivy and Anthony Turner along with so many other talented musical theatre performance majors. My selection this year was On The Street Where You Live from My Fair Lady which can be found on the media section of my gallery".
March 2019 - "A beautiful day to be in the city and then on stage at The Producers Club. This is my third cabaret where Napat has been the accompanist. Wow, what an amazing job he does sight reading for so many singers! You can find my performance from today on the media section of my gallery.
March 2019 - "I was invited along with the other finalists from the March 9th National Anthem audition to come out to TD Bank Ballpark on Saturday, April 27th for one last audition! Here, I will perform the National Anthem to get a feel for the acoustics and for confirmation finalists know the song. If everything goes smoothly, they will set up a game during the season that works for me to perform at!"
March 2019 - "Very excited to once again be on stage at Carnegie Hall with the Wagner College Choir."
March 2019 - "On stage this afternoon with some very talented singers at The Producers Club for the Kid Kat Kabaret showcase. You can find my performance of Pure Imagination on the media section of my gallery."
March 2019 - "Another video from Musical Theatre Performance class. Here is my duet with Colleen, All Er Nuthin from Oklahoma".
March 2019 - "Just completed registration for two summer classes at my local community college to get caught up with general education requirements to support my double major. Here's to a successful summer!"
March 2019 - "Feeling festive at Wagner College! Everyone is a bit Irish on Saint Patrick's Day!
March 2019 - "I am honored to announce that I was one of the audition finalists selected for the opportunity to sing The National Anthem at a 2019 Somerset Patriots game. Next up, a performance of The National Anthem at TD Bank Ballpark to get the final stamp of approval!"
March 2019 -"I am very happy to be at Bridgewater Commons Mall to audition for a chance to sing The National Anthem during one of the Somerset Patriots 2019 games at TD Bank Ballpark. You can find my audition on the media page of my gallery. Singers were asked to perform sixty seconds of a family friendly song. My selection was Proud of Your Boy from Aladdin."
March 2019 - "Another amazing show at my alma mater Notre Dame High School! Congratulations to my good friend Jordan for being cast as Sarah Brown. Jordan has a beautiful voice and her performance was awesome. I was very happy to hear that she has made the decision to attend Wagner College as a music education major. I look forward to seeing her on campus and am confident more great things are ahead for her."
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February 2019 - "Two years ago I was auditioning at Wagner College for entrance into their esteemed theatre program, fast forward to today where I am a sophomore theatre performance major and an audition day volunteer. If you are looking for a small school with a great program set on a beautiful campus with the added benefit of being only a ferry ride away from NYC, then Wagner is a great choice. I couldn't be happier with the education I am receiving to prepare me for a theatre career."
February 2019 - "Having a blast in Musical Theatre Performance class!"
January - "Happy 21st Birthday to my older brother and best friend Jesse. Thanks for always being there for me, I can't begin to express how much I love you! Best of luck this year as you move forward with your military career."
January - "While home on Wagner winter break, I was able to work with my mentor and good friend Jahmai preparing for summer camp. We presented a work shop and I assisted with planning decisions which was something I hadn't previously been involved with. Last summer I was a performing arts counselor teaching music theory, acting, singing and dancing to middle school children. The end of camp program was such a success, that grant funding has increased to add new locations which will allow more children to participate. Jahmai is a talented pianist pursuing a music degree at Montclair State University. We've known each other since high school and he was one of the mentor's that I recognized last year at my Eagle Scout Court of Honor. Thanks Jahmai for allowing me to use my Wagner training to share the joys of performing arts."
January 2019 - "It is great to be back at Wagner where I'm looking forward to a semester filled with multiple performance classes. I'll be busy with ballet, tap, modern, musical theatre performance and movement for the performer. The movement class would have helped me give a stronger December audition for Pirates of Penzance, however I'm glad to be in the class now and know it will be useful in the future. I would also like to give a shout out to my roommate Anthony who spent last semester in London. Happy to have you back on the Wagner campus!"