LISTEN: Adam Jacobs Talks Faith, Hard Work & Determination on THE THEATRE PODCAST WITH ALAN SEALES

Adam Jacobs has joined the latest episode of The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales! A Disney prince and a family man, this performer opens up about the importance of faith, hard work, and determination, and shares a look behind the curtain of his career both past and present.

Adam Jacobs is an actor and singer maybe best known for originating the title role in Aladdin on Broadway, a performance which garnered him both Grammy and Drama Desk Award nominations. Adam's other Broadway credits include The Lion King, and Les Miserables, as well as the national tours of Mamma Mia!, Cinderella, Les Miserables, The Lion King, and Aladdin. Offstage, Adam's talents and credits range from writing, and directing, to producing, and even visual effects. His latest film project, Adam Jacobs Behind The Curtain, features a live recording of his 2019 cabaret at Feinstein's Upstairs at Vitello's in LA, as well as interviews and a behind the scenes look at Adam's artistic journey.

Adam grew up in San Francisco, and it wasn't until his early teens that he discovered his love for storytelling. With his sister Arielle's encouragement and example, he quickly found himself performing in school, and all over town. "The clincher", Adam says, came from his high school director and drama teacher, who told him he should consider a career in the performing arts. Soon after, Adam was off to NYU.

During their conversation, Adam speaks candidly about his mixed-ethnicity and the confusion it led to as a child trying to figure out where he fit in. He recalls it first feeling like an obstacle he had to overcome, but explains how he later discovered his heritage was an advantage, allowing him to play a variety of roles. Adam also talks about the decision to leave NYC and move to the suburbs of Chicago with his family a few years ago, which has offered him more performance opportunities, and a homebase between LA and NYC. And they delve into the evolution of Adam's latest project Behind The Curtain, from live cabaret to filmed "docu-concert".

In this episode, they talk about:

• Overcoming self-doubt and challenging the status quo
• The impact of his high school mentor and teacher
• His experience in NYU's CAP21 program
• Having other interests outside of performing
• How his family influences career decisions
• The creation of the Behind The Curtain film

What is The Theatre Podcast?

A weekly release of intimate, personal conversations with theatre's biggest talents showcasing what makes them human. Featuring stars of the stage and the producers, stage managers, directors, press and marketing agents, theatre owners and other creatives of this industry. Hosted by Alan Seales. Music by Jukebox the Ghost.

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