Jared is originally from Iowa and now lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He grew up surrounded by the performing arts, which sparked an early and lasting connection to theatre. His training spans music, dance, and theatre, including BFA-level musical theatre work. He holds an undergraduate degree in Marketing and Communications with coursework in Music and Theatre, as well as a master’s degree in Organizational Management and Public Administration.
Some of his favorite stage experiences include State Fair, Oliver, Guys and Dolls, Working, Damn Yankees, A Chorus Line, and The Crucible (opera).
Professionally, Jared works in workforce development and IT. He is also an accomplished photographer and a commercial model, having appeared in numerous advertisements for large corporate companies. While his career has taken him beyond the stage, his love for the arts remains central to his life—he regularly attends productions, participates in workshops, and occasionally performs.
A longtime reader of Broadway World, Jared has come full circle as the platform now features his own work, reflecting the role theatre continues to play in his life.
You can follow his creative journey on Instagram at @jaredfessler.
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When it comes to musical preferences, Jared’s top favorites include A Chorus Line, Aladdin, Allegiance, Beautiful, Company, The Color Purple, Hamilton, Jekyll and Hyde, Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde, Light in the Piazza, The Notebook, Phantom of the Opera, The Prom, Ragtime, Six, Sweeney Todd, Waitress, Wicked, and The Wiz.
May 14, 2025
What happens if Juliet doesn’t die at the end of Romeo & Juliet? That’s the bold (and surprisingly heartwarming) premise behind & Juliet, now playing at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis through May 18. This energetic, genre-bending musical takes Shakespeare’s tragic heroine and gives her a second act—one where she gets to live, love, and belt out pop hits from the likes of Britney Spears, Katy Perry, and the Backstreet Boys.
May 3, 2025
What did our critic think of ANYTHIG GOES at Lakeshore Players Theatre? Lakeshore Players’ production of Anything Goes does it with charm, laughs, and plenty of toe-tapping tunes.
May 2, 2025
Edwin McCain, known for timeless hits like “I’ll Be” and “I Could Not Ask For More,” returns to Minneapolis for a special evening at the Dakota Jazz Club on Monday, May 5, 2025.
May 1, 2025
Now playing at Children’s Theatre Company through June 15, 2025, Frozen is a beautifully staged, emotionally resonant production that brings the magic of Arendelle to life in an unforgettable way. Directed by Tiffany Nichole Greene, this version of the beloved Disney story blends spectacle with heart, anchored by strong performances and truly impressive stagecraft.
April 28, 2025
Minneapolis hasn’t felt that electric in a while. When Charli XCX descended on Target Center for her BRAT tour, she didn’t just deliver a show—she detonated one. It was grimy, sweaty, chaotic, and absolutely perfect.
April 22, 2025
Colin Bracewell, a local singer and musician, will be performing live at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis on May 1, 2025.
April 20, 2025
Threshold Theater’s new production Spellbound, written by Matthew A. Everett and directed by Denzel Belin, offers an intimate, funny, and surprisingly moving take on modern romance—complete with a twist of magic.
April 11, 2025
From the moment the lights dimmed at Minneapolis’ State Theatre, the audience knew they were in for something different. STOMP, the international percussion sensation, returned to the city from April 9 to 12, 2025, delivering a thunderous, high-octane performance that transformed everyday objects into tools of rhythm and wonder.
April 10, 2025
What did our critic think of TYLER CHILDERS ON THE ROAD at Target Center Minneapolis? Experience Tyler Childers' electrifying performance at Target Center Minneapolis. Discover why this April 9, 2025, concert was unforgettable.
April 9, 2025
The iconic 2004 movie Mean Girls has been reimagined for the stage in this infectious musical, currently running at The Ordway. With a book by Tina Fey, music by Jeff Richmond, and lyrics by Nell Benjamin, Mean Girls on tour delivers high energy, sharp humor, and a soundtrack that will have you tapping your toes long after the curtain falls.
April 7, 2025
Mean Girls National Tour is coming to the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul, Minnesota, from April 8 through April 13, 2025. We chat with Maryrose Brendel, who plays Karen in this production, about her role, the show, and what she's looking forward to in Minnesota!
April 6, 2025
What did our critic think of PRETTY GUARDIAN SAILOR MOON - THE SUPER LIVE at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis?
April 4, 2025
Theater Children's Production: Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook will be performed at the Raymond J. Lammers Proscenium Theatre at the University of Minnesota Morris. Savana Hauck (she/they) will be portraying the role of Junie B. in this production. We caught up with Savana to discuss her role, the production, and her favorite local spots.
March 28, 2025
What did our critic think of WITCH at Walking Shadow Theatre Company?
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