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Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Cody grew up on a ranch surrounded by cows, chickens, horses, rabbits and even pigs. He competed with his family in Rodeo events before trading his cowboy boots in for a career in theatre.

Throughout the years, Cody has been fortunate enough to work in various live entertainment mediums. Career highlights include the Broadway productions of Freestyle Love Supreme (Production Stage Manager) and Hamilton (Assistant Stage Manager), as well as being one of the DGA Stage Managers for the 2019 Tony Awards and 2019 MTV Video Music Awards. Cody has also worked on live televised musicals for NBC (Jesus Christ Superstar Live!, Hairspray Live! & The Wiz Live!), various productions with Cirque du Soleil, Porgy and Bess at the Metropolitan Opera, and countless shows in Regional and Off-Broadway houses.

Cody holds a BFA in Stage Management from Webster Conservatory. He has a passion for paying it forward and providing space for students and early career professionals. His favorite color is Red, he loves a onesie, he can recite the entirety of The Little Rascals movie and he still doesn’t know how to swim. His favorite musicals are Evita and Dreamgirls.

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[Broadway, 2024]
Production Stage Manager
 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Production Stage Manager
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Production Stage Manager
 
[US Tour, 2023]
Production Supervision
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2017]
Production Stage Manager
 
[St. Louis, MO (Regional), 2017]
Production Stage Manager
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Assistant Stage Manager
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Assistant Stage Manager

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Video: LEMPICKA Standby Mariand Torres Goes On Without Rehearsal


During last night's performance of Lempicka, the new musical now playing on Broadway, the show's standby for the title role, Mariand Torres, took the stage without ever having rehearsed the show with the cast. Check out a video ehre!

Photos: LEMPICKA Cast and Creative Team Celebrate Opening Night


Lempicka, led by Eden Espinosa celebrated its opening night at the Longacre Theatre and BroadwayWorld was on hand as the cast and creative team walked the red carpet ahead of their opening night bows. Check out photos from inside the festivities below!

LEMPICKA Will Release Original Broadway Cast Recording Next Month


The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Lempicka will be released next month! The digital album arrives May 29, 2024 with the physical CD release set for July 5. Preorder the album here!

Photos: First Look at Eden Espinosa & More in LEMPICKA on Broadway


Get a first look at photos of Lempicka on Broadway! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Recipients Revealed For 2024 Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarships For BIPOC Stage Managers


BSMS has announced the five stage managers receiving the 2024 Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarships. Learn more about the recipients here!

Photo: Get a First Look at Eden Espinosa as Tamara de Lempicka


Get a first look at Eden Espinosa in Lempicka on Broadway! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: First Look At Eden Espinosa, Amber Iman And More In LEMPICKA On Broadway


Get a first look at the cast of LEMPICKA on Broadway in action before performances begin on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Check out video clips from the show's press day including the cast performing the musical numbers, 'Starting Over,' 'Stay,' 'Perfection,' and 'Our Time'.

LEMPICKA Launches Rush and Lottery Policies


The in-person rush, digital rush, and digital lottery policies have been announced for Lempicka, the new musical celebrating the true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka.

Video: Watch LEMPICKA Stage Manager Cody Renard Richard Talk Safety During Tech


Watch Broadway Stage Manager Cody Renard Richard talk the cast of Lempicka through important safety measures during tech rehearsal at the Longacre Theatre!

Video: Matt Gould Teases Lempicka's Plot in 90 Seconds


Get ready to laugh! Matt Gould, the Book Writer & Lyricist for LEMPICKA, hilariously dissects the plot of the latest Broadway musical!

MOULIN ROUGE! Comes to Madison in July


The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in Madison at Overture Center. Performances begin Tuesday, July 9 and run through Sunday, July 21 in Overture Hall.

Photos: Go Inside Black Theatre Coalition's BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala


Just last night, the Black Theatre Coalition hosted its Inaugural BTC Gala, celebrating entertainment professionals working in theater, film, television, cultural institutions, and music. Check out photos from inside the big night here!

BIPOC Stage Managers Can Apply Now For 2024 Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarships


BIPOC stage managers can now apply for the 2024 Charlie Blackwell Symposium Scholarships. Recipients of the scholarships receive free registration to the Broadway Stage Management Symposium May 18-19, 2024 presented both Online, in NYC and available On-Demand.

Photos: New York City Center Encores! ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Celebrates Closing Night


New York City Center Encores! season kicked off with Once Upon a Mattress, which officially closed on February 4, 2024. BroadwayWorld was there to celebrate the show's final performance. Check out photos of the cast taking their final bows and celebrating at the after party.

Complete Cast Set For LEMPICKA on Broadway, Starring Eden Espinosa


The complete cast has been revealed for Lempicka, the highly anticipated new musical celebrating the true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka. Learn who is joining the previously announced Eden Espinosa, Amber Iman, and more!

The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Reveals 2024 Scholarship Recipients


Broadway Advocacy Coalition (BAC) and Broadway stage manager and producer Cody Renard Richard has announced the next cohort of The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program. The program is dedicated to building a bridge into the industry for emerging theatrical leaders of color working behind the scenes.

Gennean M. Scott, Chief Diversity Officer of The Broadway League, Has Resigned


The Broadway League's Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Gennean M. Scott has resigned, according to an Instagram post on her account.

LEMPICKA On Broadway Adds Beth Leavel, Amber Iman And More To Principal Cast


At a special event at Sotheby's, the new principal cast of Lempicka, the sweeping new musical portrait celebrating the gripping true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, was announced.

Video: Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford Take Final Bows in SWEENEY TODD on Broadway


Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford took their final bows in Sweeney Todd on Broadway on January 14. Following their last curtain call, the stars gave a speech on stage at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Check out the video here!

LEMPICKA Announces Collaboration With Sotheby's Auction House


Lempicka, the sweeping new musical portrait celebrating the gripping true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, is collaborating with Sotheby’s, the world’s premier destination for art and luxury, in celebration of the renowned artist and the Broadway-bound production.

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