Highlights:
*Action/Tony U/S performed (West Side Story) at La Comedia (2024).
*Don Lockwood (Singin' in the Rain) at Waterfront Playhouse (2024).
​*Seymour Krelborn (Little Shop of Horrors) at Waterfront Playhouse (2023).
*Norwegian Spirit Guest Satisfaction Score - #1 in Fleet Entertainment (week 27 - 2023).
​*World Traveler on the Norwegian Spirit with 23,489 nautical miles traveled (2023).
*Equator crossing onboard the Norwegian Spirit - April 17, 2023.
*Production Cast Principal Singer on the Norwegian Spirit (2023).

​Posts for 2024

December 2024 - "On the road touring with Christmas in the Air. Tonight we are in Ohio at the Arbogast Performing Arts Center in Troy. There are still five chances to catch our show. Let us help you get in the holiday spirit!"

December 2024 - "Christmas in the Air opens tonight at this beautiful house! Lerner Theatre in Elkhart, IN".

​November 2024 - "Rehearsals are underway for the Christmas in the Air tour produced by Rand Productions. The tour hits the road on December 1st, with opening night on December 4th at Lerner Theatre in Elkhart, IN!"

​November 2024 - "A perfect day in the city to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. I hadn't seen the show since 2018; it never disappointments and is truly spectacular!"

​November 2024 - "Some quality time together before starting our performance contracts for the holiday season!"

​October 2024 - "A caricature of me from my friend and fellow NCL performer, the multi talented @jbmarriott. John and I were two of the four lead singers for a cruise contract on the Norwegian Spirit in 2023."

​October 2024 - "Having a blast as Eddie Munson in the Stranger Things maze at Six Flags Great Adventure Fright Fest Extreme in Jackson, NJ which runs through November 2nd!"

​October 2024 - "A great afternoon at Holland Ridge Farms in Cream Ridge, NJ enjoying the cooler weather and beautiful sunflower fields."

​September 2024 - "I am very excited to announce that I once again will be spending the holiday season as a lead vocalist in a Rand Production.  This time in their Christmas in the Air Tour!"

​August 2024 - "The wait is over, the New York Summer Sling Stage Combat and Stunt Workshop at Brooklyn College begins this week. I'm so excited to learn new skills to add to my performance resume!"

​August 2024 - "A fun night in the city with my brother for dinner and to see the new Deadpool movie before heading to Jersey to spend time with my family!"

​August 2024 - "I'm in a New York state of mind.  Oh how I love this city and the opportunities it brings!"

​July 2024 - "Can't beat the lazy days of summer! Relaxing at NYC's Bryant Park for movie night and thoroughly enjoying our Central Park sublet!"

​May 2024 - "A shout out to my brother and sister-in-law for a great visit.  Thanks for the memories and for showing us around Charleston. Lets make sure two years don't pass again before we see each other".

​May 2024 - "I'm so happy to be in S.C. visiting my brother and sister-in-law.  Unfortunately due to scheduling conflicts, it has been two years which is way too long. Looking forward to catching up!"

​May 2024 - "As La Comedia heads into the last weekend of West Side Story, the very talented Tiny DeAlderete who plays Anita did an Instagram Takeover on the 3rd. Here is her interview with me."

​April 2024 - "The show must go on. So did I, as the Tony understudy at yesterday's two West Side Story performances! When you're a Jet, you're a Jet all the way, from your first cigarette to your last dying day!"

​April 2024 - "There are still two weekends left to catch West Side Story at La Comedia Dinner Theatre. Come see what the audience is raving about! A timeless classic!"

​April 2024 - "There are eight chances this week from Thursday through Sunday to see West Side Story on stage at La Comedia Dinner Theatre.  Dayton Daily News had a great write up of the show and said Burnett's playful comedic instincts propel Gee, Officer Krupke.  Matinee and evening show tickets are available. Hope to see you in the audience." 

​April 2024 - "Getting ready for the eclipse in Springboro Ohio on a well deserved day off after a seven show week!"

​March 2024 - "Meet the talented cast of "West Side Story." Visit lacomedia.com/event/west-side-story/ to learn more about each performer!"

​March 2024 - "A busy travel day as I head to Springboro, Ohio to begin rehearsals for West Side Story at La Comedia Dinner Theatre.  I have been cast as Action and will also be understudying the role of Tony. It is so exciting to be a part of this iconic show!"

​February 2024 - "That's a wrap! I danced in the rain one final time last night as the curtain closed on Singin' in the Rain. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity to add such an iconic role to my theatre resume."

​February 2024 - "A perfect evening for a sunset cruise in beautiful Key West before a busy performance schedule! Singin' in the Rain is sold out for our final week."

​February 2024 - "Last week living in paradise! Singin' in the Rain closes on the 17th and I'll be heading back to the chilly Northeast!"

​January 2024 - "There are still two weekends to see Singin' in the Rain. Audiences are raving about it, especially front row guests in the splash zone."

​January 2024 - Audiences are loving Singin' in the Rain at Waterfront Playhouse in Key West! I am forever grateful to be part of such an iconic show and role."

​January 2024 - "Last night was the first rainfall on stage and I was Singin' in the Rain! Read about us on page #16 of Key West Weekly!"

​January 2024 - "We filmed the black and white scenes earlier in the week.  What a blast!  Singin' in the Rain opens at Waterfront Playhouse in Key West on January 24th and runs until February 17th!

​January 2024 - "We are working on the Broadway segment this week and had a few promo shots taken! Grab your tickets and your umbrellas for this classic musical. Singin' in the Rain hits the Waterfront stage on the 24th!"

January 2024 - "Well it looks like there is a nor'easter this weekend back home but it is perfect beach weather in Key West! I needed some rest and relaxation after what I'll just call a scary bicycle ride incident on my way to the theatre a couple days ago. Thanks for being by my side!"

​January 2024 -"Happy New Year from Key West where we'll be Singin in the Rain! The show runs from January 24th through February 17th. 

Posts for 2023

December 2023 - "The curtain has closed on Little Shop of Horrors and rehearsals have begun for the Singin In The Rain principal actors. I am super excited to step into such an iconic role!"

​November 2023 - "A shoutout to Larry Blackburn Photography in Key West for the great pictures from Little Shop of Horrors on the Waterfront Playhouse stage!"

​November 2023 - "Full dress rehearsal tonight for Little Shop and suddenly I'm Seymour. We open on the 29th and are very excited to share this story! Not only am I in the cast, but I put my design, tech skills to work and helped with the set."

​October 2023 - "Very happy to be back at Waterfront Playhouse in beautiful Key West, Florida to play Seymour Krelborn in Little Shop of Horrors from November 29th through December 16th!"

​October 2023 - "How time does fly when you are having fun. An enjoyable week with Hannah before we head off to our upcoming performance contracts."

​October 2023 - "I had the opportunity last night to take the Staten Island Ferry to my alma mater to see Daughters of Leda, written and directed by Wagner alum, Remy Van Collen, a friend and college roommate. Broadway World did a write up of the show."

​October 2023 - "Well it is spooky season again and the chance to carve a pumpkin which I haven't done in years.  That really brings me back!"

​October 2023 - "Some great new headshots and lifestyle photos from Julianna McGuirl Photography in NYC. She is highly recommended and I was beyond thrilled to see what she captured. Visit my headshot/lifestyle page to view more."

​September 2023 - "Supporting a fellow Wagner College grad who is the Company Manager at New World Stage where you can catch Dracula: a Comedy of Terrors for the next few months. One of my city roomies and I decided to check it out."

​September 2023 - "So I was off to see the Wizard last night; the wonderful Wizard of Oz! I had a great time attending Wicked on Broadway and a chance to see my college theatre professor Michele Pawk as Madame Morrible and her husband John Dossett as the Wizard!"

​September 2023 - "I can't begin to express how much I am enjoying my sublet in NYC and the chance to attend tap class at Broadway Dance Center a few times per week to get ready for my role in Singing in the Rain!"

​September 2023 - "If you are in port at Icy Strait Point Alaska and are looking for an adventure, I highly recommend the Zip Rider. It is the world's largest with six 5,330' ziplines dropping 1,330'. Thanks NCLH and Norwegian Spirit for the many priceless memories during my contract!"

​August 2023 - "Back in Alaska this week on a Holland America vacation! We had a great time in ports at Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway!"

​August 2023 - "It is awesome to be home from my first cruise contract and be welcomed with decorations both inside and outside the house. As always, I would like to thank my parents for their love and continued support in my performance career!"

​August 2023 - "That's a wrap! My performance contract has ended and I look upon the Norwegian Spirit for the last time. This is a bittersweet day, I head home and look towards the future for new and exciting projects, however, leave a ship which has been my home for the past six months and say good bye to my amazing castmates who I also call friends. I can't begin to express how grateful I am to Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings for casting me as a production principal singer and giving me the chance of a lifetime to not only get paid for performing but to visit some beautiful places in the world. The professional growth and experience I have gained is priceless. From the bottom of my heart, thank you!"

​August 2023 - "The bar is officially closed! I took my final bows on Saturday for this production casts last performance of Blazing Boots on the Norwegian Spirit.  I can't begin to express how much fun I had getting onto character each week and transforming into a country star!" 

​August 2023 - "The casts last time in port at Icy Strait Point, Alaska and an opportunity for an adventurous ATV tour!"

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​August 2023 - "My time in beautiful, scenic Alaska is coming to an end with a performance contract that ends next week. I will disembark the Norwegian Spirit next Wednesday but take with me many amazing memories of this journey.  Today some of the production cast is exploring Seward."

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​July 2023 - "Congratulations to the Norwegian Spirit Production Cast! Guest Satisfaction Scores for Week 27 show the Spirit #1 in Entertainment out of the Norwegian fleet of eighteen!"

​July 2023 - "I've got my Go-Pro on and experienced the zipline in Icy Strait Point Alaska which is the world's largest ZipRider, with six 5,330’ ziplines dropping 1,330’. After launching, you accelerate to speeds exceeding 60 mph and soar 300 feet above the rainforest below. What an amazing view and opportunity of a lifetime!"

​July 2023 - "A beautiful day to explore Sitka, Alaska while the Spirit is in port. Sitka is accessible only by air or sea. In 1867, when the U.S. purchased Alaska from the Russians, the transfer ceremony was held in Sitka, and Sitka became Alaska's first capital city."

June 2023 - "An amazing day for a hike in Juneau. Today the ship is back in port at Vancouver to begin another cruise for new guests boarding the Spirit for their seven day cruise to Seward."

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​June 2023 - "After some rough seas earlier in the week and a rocky performance for World Beat, it was good to get off the ship and stand on solid ground!"

​June 2023 - "It was great to have my parents and grandmother travel to Alaska to vacation on the Norwegian Spirit last month. Despite a few rainy days, we made some wonderful memories and they were excited to be in the audience to watch me perform."

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​June 2023 - "Suddenly Seymour performed during the Norwegian Spirit's Broadway Cabaret featuring Production Cast Principal Singer Angelica Lozada."

​May 2023 - "I had the honor of singing the National Anthem earlier in the week for a veteran's and active duty service Memorial Day event onboard the Norwegian Spirit. A shout out to John Marriott, one of the other performance cast principals for the great harmonies."

​May 2023 - "It's official now that the contract has been signed! I'm looking forward to being back on the Waterfront Playhouse stage in two great musicals, "Little Shop of Horrors" and "Singin' in the Rain!"

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​May 2023 - "The Spirit is at port in Skagway, Alaska today and I was able to take a hike to see the sights at Reid Falls."

​May 2023 - "After five days at sea from Hawaii to Alaska and 3,195 nautical miles traveled, it is great to get off the Norwegian Spirit to stretch my legs.  A few pictures from our first port, Icy Strait Point!"

​April 2023 - "Last day to explore some of the sights in Hawaii at Rainbow Falls and in a Volcanic Tube. The Spirit will be at sea for the next five days as it heads to Icy Point, Alaska!"

​April 2023 - "Some time off the ship to tour Maui.  Look at my new beach friend!! I wouldn't be able to experience this at home on a New Jersey beach."

​April 2023 -"Some free time in port at Kona, Hawaii. I am now on my last 16-day cruise, this one will take the Spirit from Hawaii to Alaska then end in Vancouver."

​April 2023 - "Sharing my most recent YouTube channel introduction filmed on the Norwegian Spirit while in port at Honolulu, Hawaii."

​April 2023 - "New fun fact alert!! I crossed the Equator on the Norwegian Spirit on April 17th and received a certificate from the Captain. How many people can say that?! So blessed to be living the dream!"

​April 2023 - "So excited to announce that the Spirit is now in Maui.  I have an earlier call time for today's Broadway Cabaret so I am limited on exploring the island today."

​April 2023 - "Last ports of call for this 16-day cruise are in French Polynesia (Raiatea Island, Moorea Island and Tahiti Island). Next up, a 12-day cruise from Papeete, Tahiti to Honolulu, Hawaii!"

​April 2023 - "As children my mom used to dress us in coordinating clothes on Easter. How things have changed since those good old days. My brother is a United State Marine serving our country and puts on a uniform for work. I've been blessed to perform on a cruise ship this year and my work attire is changing costumes for our shows. A lot happens in twenty plus years. Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter! I miss you brother!"

​April 2023 - "Hmm.... coconut water or Fiji water? Decisions, decisions.  I'm enjoying my time in ports at Lautoka, and Dravuni Island, Fiji!  It's certainly a paradise!"

​April 2023 - "Mystery Island in Vanuatu is only inhabited when the cruise ships arrive. The people of Aneityum (the nearby island) believe it to be haunted by spirits so no one stays there after the sun goes down. Our next ports will be in Fiji."

April 2023 - "Believe nothing and trust no one; just like any other day. So if you have anything important to tell me, tell me tomorrow because I won't believe you today. Happy April Fool's Day!"

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​March 2023 - "Some pictures from my time in port at Sydney. The Spirit's next trip is a 16-day cruise to Tahiti."

​March 2023 - "The Spirit is back in Melbourne, Australia. This was a 2,715 nautical mile distance since we left Auckland, New Zealand! Two more ports then this 12 day cruise from Auckland to Sydney is complete."

​March 2023 - "The Spirit made her way back to Auckland.  You can see me pointing to her in the background. While off the ship, I had a chance to visit the Sky Tower which stands at 1,076 feet. The ship has completed its journey from New Zealand to Australia then then back to New Zealand. We are heading again to Australia for the ships next voyage!"

​March 2023 - "The talented cast of Blazing Boots!  A first class tribute to pop country showcasing songs from the genre’s biggest superstars. Catch us on the Norwegian Spirit."

​March 2023 - "The Spirit has been in Australia since the 1st and has been at ports in Melbourne, Burnie, Eden and Sydney!"

​February 2023 - "The Spirit is currently on a twelve day, one way cruise from Auckland to Sydney from 2/20 through 3/4 with stops throughout New Zealand ports prior to being at sea towards Australia". 

​February 2023 - "The NCLH Spirit cast has arrived in Auckland! After a 6,589 mile, 13.25 hour flight from San Francisco it was great to stretch my legs! Now I'll have to adjust to the time difference since Auckland is 18 hours ahead of where we rehearsed in Tampa!"

​February 2023 - "Big travel weekend ahead, as I fly from Tampa, to San Francisco, then on to Auckland, New Zealand to board the Norwegian Spirit!"

​February 2023 - "Final show office run today for World Beat!  Getting excited to depart to the ship on Friday! I won't wait to the last minute to pack."

​February 2023 - "Sharing one last photo with MD Jenny!  I hope you are enjoying your time working with the singers on the Norwegian Jewel!"

​February 2022 - "The Spirit casts last Blazing Boots rehearsal with our fantastic Music Director Jenny who sadly for us is heading to another project. We'll be working with a new MD on Monday to take us through install. In two weeks the cast will be on the ship!"

​February 2023 - "It's Groundhog Day, AGAIN!!  A Thursday throwback weather prediction scene I recorded in 2021 from the classic Bill Murray movie Groundhog Day! Yes, I'll be checking out today; chance of departure 100%."

​January 2023 - "We did it!  The NCLH Spirit cast and production team after the office run of Elements, our aerial show."

​January 2023 - "A blast from the past throwback video birthday shout out to my beautiful mother.  I recorded this when I was a freshman in college. Many things have changed since then, but my mother's love and support is a constant as I chase my dreams!"

​January 2023 - "A Starbucks run for the NCLH lead singers rehearsing to board the Spirit next month. A shout out to our fabulous Music Director Jenny (center)!

January 2023 - Sharing the most recent intro for my YouTube channel which was filmed in Florida at the Creative Studios by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings. As some of you may know, I am currently in rehearsals through mid-February until I board the Spirit in New Zealand!"

​January 2023 - "Congratulations to my older brother, Corporal Burnett on his Marine of the Year Service Award and ceremony that occurred late last week. I love and miss you!"

​January 2023 - "Excited to be in the NCLH studio for rehearsals! A great way to start the year!"

​January 2023 - "My brother, my hero, my friend!  Happy 25th Birthday Jesse!  No matter how far apart we are, you are always in my thoughts and prayers! I love and miss you!"

​January 2023 - "Travel day, heading to Tampa for rehearsals! A huge thank you to my parents for the great new luggage and guitar harness to make it easier for me to get around. My sweet Bella girl, I know you'll miss me; I'll miss you too!"

​January 2023 - "It's official, contract signed, flight info received, bags packed! I leave for Tampa tomorrow to begin rehearsals as a Production Cast Principal Singer for three original shows on the Norwegian Spirit. I'm so very excited for this opportunity and the next chapter in my performance journey!"

​January 2023 - "Some great professional pictures taken of my time on stage during the run of Finding Christmas; an original Rand Production at the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino."

​January 2023 - "Health and happiness to you and yours in the new year ahead. Cheers to new beginnings!"