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Jared Fessler

Jared [He/Him] hails from Iowa and currently calls Minneapolis, Minnesota home. His roots in theatre run deep, having grown up immersed in the performing arts. Jared pursued a diverse range of artistic disciplines, including music, dance, and theatre, with additional training in BFA musical theatre.

Among his cherished theatrical experiences, notable productions include State Fair, Oliver, Guys and Dolls, Working, Damn Yankees, A Chorus Line, and The Crucible (the opera).

In his professional life, Jared is engaged in workforce development and IT, showcasing his versatility. Beyond his career, he is also a skilled photographer. His passion for the arts endures, as he actively attends theatrical productions, participates in workshops, and occasionally takes the stage.

Jared's journey has come full circle, as Broadway World, a longstanding resource in his theatrical exploration since early days, now features his own contributions. It's a testament to the interconnectedness of his life and love for the arts.

For those interested in following his artistic adventures, Jared can be found on Instagram @jaredfessler. 

Contact me at jfessler05@gmail.com




LEARN MORE ABOUT Jared Fessler

First Show:

Ragtime the first national tour

Favorite Show:

When it comes to musical preferences, Jared's favorites include Kinky Boots, Ragtime, Light in the Piazza, Beautiful, Waitress, Allegiance, Wicked, The Prom, Sweeney Todd, Jekyll and Hyde, Legally Blonde, and A Chorus Line, The Wiz, The Color Purple, Phantom of the Opera



Review: TAYLOR SWIFT - THE ERAS TOUR at U.S. Bank Stadium
Review: TAYLOR SWIFT - THE ERAS TOUR at U.S. Bank Stadium
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What did our critic think of TAYLOR SWIFT - THE ERAS TOUR at U.S. Bank Stadium?

Interview: Matthew Rella of TOOTSIE at Orpheum Theatre
Interview: Matthew Rella of TOOTSIE at Orpheum Theatre
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Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie! This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony-winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “Tootsie is it!”

Review: TOOTSIE at Orpheum Theatre
Review: TOOTSIE at Orpheum Theatre
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What did our critic think of TOOTSIE at Orpheum Theatre?

Interview: Phillip Phillips of PHILLIP PHILLIPS - THE DRIFT BACK TOUR at Varsity Theater
Interview: Phillip Phillips of PHILLIP PHILLIPS - THE DRIFT BACK TOUR at Varsity Theater
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Interview: Joe Jacobson and Mia Nelson, 2023 Minnesota Nominees for THE JIMMY AWARDS at State Theater
Interview: Joe Jacobson and Mia Nelson, 2023 Minnesota Nominees for THE JIMMY AWARDS at State Theater
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Congratulations to Joe Jacobson (he/him) from St. Francis High School and Mia Nelson (she/her) from Rosemount High School, our 2023 Minnesota Nominees for The Jimmy Awards on presented on Monday, June 26, 2023! We are proud and excited to see where they go next. We chat with Joe and Mia about being the Minnesota Nominees for the Jimmy Awards. 

Interview: Eddie Coblentz Of PRIDE NIGHT At Saint Paul Saints
Interview: Eddie Coblentz Of PRIDE NIGHT At Saint Paul Saints
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Interview: Amy Manford of ANDREA BOCELLI IN CONCERT at Target Center
Interview: Amy Manford of ANDREA BOCELLI IN CONCERT at Target Center
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Australian soprano, Amy Manford is best known globally for her captivating portrayal of Christine Daaé in The Phantom of the Opera both in London’s West End and Athens, Greece. She recently reprised the role at The Arts Centre, Melbourne, after Opera Australia‘s sold-out season at the Sydney Opera House in 2022.

Interview: Joshua Seiter on Coming Out, Pride, and Tour to Minnesota
Interview: Joshua Seiter on Coming Out, Pride, and Tour to Minnesota
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Interview: Natalie Weiss visits Minneapolis!
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Natalie Weiss gained an international following from her performance videos and popular YouTube web series, 'Breaking Down The Riffs,' which have collectively reached over 4 million views.

Review: BILLY PORTER at State Theatre
Review: BILLY PORTER at State Theatre
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Grammy, Emmy and two-time Tony winner Billy Porter brings passion and joy to Minneapolis with his first-ever career-spanning pop music concert tour: The Black Mona Lisa Tour: Volume One. Expect a full band, backed by a video installation, fronted by Billy Porter telling his life story through song. This 90-minute powerhouse event will feature his chart-topping hits “Love Is On The Way” and “Love Yourself,” a tinge of Broadway, a nod to Pose and stunning performances of future pop classics from his forthcoming new album, Black Mona Lisa.

Review: ANDREA BOCELLI IN CONCERT at Target Center
Review: ANDREA BOCELLI IN CONCERT at Target Center
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What did our critic think of ANDREA BOCELLI IN CONCERT at Target Center?

Interview: Ari, Morgan, Zach, Britta, Julia, And Andrew of SPOTLIGHT SHOWCASE 2023 at State Theatre
Interview: Ari, Morgan, Zach, Britta, Julia, And Andrew of SPOTLIGHT SHOWCASE 2023 at State Theatre
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On June 12-13, over 1,600 students will flock to the State Theatre in Downtown Minneapolis for Spotlight Showcase 2023: Minnesota high school theater's biggest (annual) celebration! The awards and recognition event highlights student performances, awards and alumni appearances.

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Jim Brickman Brings Brickman Across America to Minneapolis in June for 2 Shows at The Dakota! at Dakota Jazz Club
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Jim Brickman's distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music.

Interview: Katie Consamus of MATT & BEN at Nocturnal Giraffe Theatre
Interview: Katie Consamus of MATT & BEN at Nocturnal Giraffe Theatre
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Take a trip back in time with us to Massachusetts 1993. Matt Damon & Ben Affleck are just two young actors struggling to make it in the 'biz when the script for Good Will Hunting magically falls from the sky, landing at their feet. Is it a gift from God? Is this fate? ...or is the appearance of the mysterious script an evil curse?

Review: WE SHALL SOMEDAY at Theater Latte Da
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What did our critic think of WE SHALL SOMEDAY at Theater Latte Da?

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Interview: Lady Bunny of LADY BUNNY: GREATEST HO ON EARTH (ONE WOMAN SHOW) at Flipphone Events
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Interview: Charles H. Eaton of DON GIOVANNI at Minnesota Opera
Interview: Charles H. Eaton of DON GIOVANNI at Minnesota Opera
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Interview: Judy Sagen of SOME ENCHANTED EVENING…FROM JAZZ TO BROADWAY AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN At Minnesota Valley Women's Chorale
Interview: Judy Sagen of SOME ENCHANTED EVENING…FROM JAZZ TO BROADWAY AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN At Minnesota Valley Women's Chorale
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The Minnesota Valley Women's Chorale under the Artistic Director, Judy Sagen will celebrate their 10th anniversary with special guest, Laura Osnes, Tony Award Nominated Broadway & TV star. Also featured will be the outstanding Jazz Orchestra, Genesis.

Interview: Martha Johnson of ANTIGONICK at Full Circle Theater Company
Interview: Martha Johnson of ANTIGONICK at Full Circle Theater Company
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ANTIGONE is an ancient Greek play by Sophokles that depicts Antigone's heroic public defiance of King Kreon's tyrannical rule. This ever relevant play explores themes of love, family, loyalty, and civil disobedience.

Interview: Rick Shomi of ANTIGONICK at Full Circle Theater Company
Interview: Rick Shomi of ANTIGONICK at Full Circle Theater Company
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ANTIGONE is an ancient Greek play by Sophokles that depicts Antigone's heroic public defiance of King Kreon's tyrannical rule. This ever relevant play explores themes of love, family, loyalty, and civil disobedience.






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