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.
March 25, 2024
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s The Lion King, making its triumphant return to the Orpheum Theatre!
March 24, 2024
What did our critic think of THE COLOR PURPLE at Theater Latte Da?
March 22, 2024
Brian D. Kennedy is the acclaimed author of 'A Little Bit Country' and 'My Fair Brady.' Originally from Minnesota, he currently resides in New York City with his husband and their remarkably photogenic dog. When he's not writing, you can find him passionately engaged in his work at an LGBTQ nonprofit or indulging his fascination with all things Dolly Parton.
March 24, 2024
We chat with Peter Hargrave who plays Scar in the national touring production of The Lion King.
March 13, 2024
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s The Lion King, making its triumphant return to the Orpheum Theatre!
March 12, 2024
Sam and Dinah are living the American dream in 1950s suburbia. Beau and Autumn are celebrating their anniversary over dinner and drinks. But there’s one problem… neither couple is happy. Beau and Autumn can’t seem to look up from their phones and Sam and Dinah can’t stand to be in the same room with each other. Leonard Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti and Christopher Weiss and John de los Santos’ Service Provider may not be filled with marital bliss, but these one-act crowd pleasers are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat all night long.
March 12, 2024
Hairspray, Broadway’s Tony Award®-winning musical comedy phenomenon is back on tour! Join 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world?
March 9, 2024
What did our critic think of BEAUTIFUL at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres?
March 5, 2024
Meet Frog and Toad, best friends who embark upon a year’s worth of adventures with great merriment, comedic agility, and joyful song-singing.
March 1, 2024
What did our critic think of CLUE at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis? Murder and blackmail take center stage as six mysterious guests convene at Boddy Manor for a night packed with suspense! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or perhaps Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Drawing inspiration from the cult 1985 Paramount movie and the classic Hasbro board game, 'Clue' delivers the ultimate whodunit experience, guaranteed to have you in stitches and on the edge of your seat until the final twist
February 28, 2024
Christopher Rice-Thomson is a dynamic performer and creative force within the realm of Broadway, National Touring, and on-screen productions. Additionally, he has made significant contributions as a director, choreographer, and social media content creator for both Broadway productions and iconic brands.
February 27, 2024
Get insights from Monet Sabel as she talks about portraying Carole King in the beloved musical BEAUTIFUL at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. Learn about her favorite moments and the joy of bringing this incredible story to life on stage.
February 14, 2024
What did our critic think of STONES IN HIS POCKETS at Theater Latte Da?
February 14, 2024
The Celebration Tour promises to take audiences on a captivating journey through Madonna's illustrious career spanning four decades, paying homage to the city of New York where her musical legacy first took flight. 'I am thrilled to delve into as many songs as possible, aiming to deliver the show my fans have long awaited,' Madonna expresses with excitement.
February 11, 2024
What did our critic think of LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE at Lakeshore Players.?
February 5, 2024
Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice - where every story starts with a wish! Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stories of Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and Cars, and today’s favorites including Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana.
January 31, 2024
Strap on your safety goggles and clean out your ears! When an experiment unexpectedly goes awry, a concoction of sneaky, sprightly L E T T E R S takes over a weird and wondrous science lab.
January 26, 2024
Take a tumble down the rabbit hole with Alice and you’ll land in a wonderfully wacky world of rhymes and ridiculousness, checkerboards and cheeky cats, Mad Hatters and mayhem.
January 19, 2024
Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, an updated book from Harvey Fierstein based on the original classic by Isobel Lennart, tap choreography by Ayodele Casel, choreography by Ellenore Scott and direction from Michael Mayer, this love letter to the theatre has the whole shebang!
January 18, 2024
What did our critic think of THE SEAGULL at Theatre In The Round?
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