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Jared Fessler

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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First Show:

Ragtime

Favorite Show:

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.



Interview: Dorian Chalmers of THE CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR BASEMENT at Ames Center
Interview: Dorian Chalmers of THE CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR BASEMENT at Ames Center
September 12, 2023

It's 1960 and Beverly gets her first pair of high heels for confirmation; Pastor announces his impending nuptials; Mrs. Snustad and Mrs. Gilmerson plan a food booth at the County Fair to raise money; and Mrs. Engelson embarks on a spontaneous driving lesson. Through it all these 'bulwarks never failing' stand strong in their faith and in their friendships

Interview: Benjamin Andreae-Quarberg of MINNESOTA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL 2023 at Shakopee
Interview: Benjamin Andreae-Quarberg of MINNESOTA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL 2023 at Shakopee
September 6, 2023

The Minnesota Renaissance Festival began its journey in September of 1971 on a 22 acre field in Jonathan, MN. More than 25,000 people visited the two weekend grand opening of the festival, then named “A Celebration of Nature, Art, and Life!” That celebration has since relocated to Shakopee, MN and has grown to be the largest Renaissance Festival in the United States with an annual attendance of 300,000.

Interview: Kyle Weiler of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Duluth Playhouse
Interview: Kyle Weiler of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Duluth Playhouse
September 5, 2023

Young Frankenstein is a monstrously hilarious stage adaptation that resurrects a classic tale with a comedic twist, filled with eccentric characters, uproarious antics, and unforgettable musical numbers.

Review: WET HOT ALL AMERICAN SUMMER TOUR - ALL AMERICAN REJECTS at Armory
Review: WET HOT ALL AMERICAN SUMMER TOUR - ALL AMERICAN REJECTS at Armory
August 28, 2023

What did our critic think of WET HOT ALL AMERICAN SUMMER TOUR - ALL AMERICAN REJECTS at Armory?

Interview: Juan Keyai of CHRISTOPHER STREET : A NEW MUSICAL at Lush Lounge & Theater
Interview: Juan Keyai of CHRISTOPHER STREET : A NEW MUSICAL at Lush Lounge & Theater
August 28, 2023

Silver Slipper Production, the creators of Queer Circus, Martina’s Broadway Cabaret, and 15 years of TC live entertainment are excited to announce a groundbreaking new musical. 

Interview: Elyssa Bickford of CABARET at 4CT Theatre
Interview: Elyssa Bickford of CABARET at 4CT Theatre
August 28, 2023

Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin's natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich. Cliff, a young American writer newly arrived in Berlin, is immediately taken with English singer Sally Bowles. Meanwhile, Fräulein Schneider, proprietor of Cliff and Sally's boarding house, tentatively begins a romance with Herr Schultz, a mild-mannered fruit seller who happens to be Jewish.

Interview: Sam Stoll Talks JERSEY BOYS At Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
Interview: Sam Stoll Talks JERSEY BOYS At Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
August 22, 2023

With phenomenal music, memorable characters and great storytelling, Jersey Boys follows the fascinating evolution of four blue-collar kids who became one of the greatest successes in pop-music history.

Review: SAM SMITH - GLORIA TOUR at Xcel Energy Center
Review: SAM SMITH - GLORIA TOUR at Xcel Energy Center
August 17, 2023

What did our critic think of SAM SMITH - GLORIA TOUR at Xcel Energy Center? Multi-Platinum, GRAMMY®, BRIT, Golden Globe and Oscar winning artist/songwriter Sam Smith has announced GLORIA The Tour – their first North American run since 2018. Jessie Reyez, who guests on Sam’s album, Gloria, will be the special guest.

Interview: Jes Tom of JES TOM - LESS LONEY TOUR at Parkway Theater
Interview: Jes Tom of JES TOM - LESS LONEY TOUR at Parkway Theater
August 15, 2023

Jes Tom is a stand-up comic, actor, and writer, gleefully providing the trans, queer, Asian American, millennial twink perspective that everyone never knew they wanted.

Review: ABSURDITY: A BURLESQUE EXPERIENCE at Rarig Center Arena
Review: ABSURDITY: A BURLESQUE EXPERIENCE at Rarig Center Arena
August 13, 2023

What did our critic think of ABSURDITY: A BURLESQUE EXPERIENCE at Rarig Center Arena?

Review: ED SHEERAN +–=÷X TOUR at US Bank Stadium
Review: ED SHEERAN +–=÷X TOUR at US Bank Stadium
August 13, 2023

What did our critic think of ED SHEERAN +–=÷X TOUR at US Bank Stadium?

Review: TWO STARS IN THE VAST DARK at Theatre In The Round
Review: TWO STARS IN THE VAST DARK at Theatre In The Round
August 14, 2023

What did our critic think of TWO STARS IN THE VAST DARK at Theatre In The Round? Embarking on a trans-centric odyssey through the cosmos, accompanied by original music and mesmerizing choreography! 'Two Stars in the Vast Dark' unites a youthful space hauler and a curiously self-aware bio-computer, as their fates intertwine amidst the boundless emptiness of space. Can the threads of connection bind them across the expanse of difference?

Review: P!NK AT TARGET FIELD at Target Field
Review: P!NK AT TARGET FIELD at Target Field
August 11, 2023

What did our critic think of P!NK AT TARGET FIELD at Target Field? P!NK's Summer Carnival Tour illuminated the atmosphere at Target Field on the enchanting evening of August 10, 2023, accompanied by a lineup of special guests including the legendary Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo, the vibrant Grouplove, and the dynamic DJ Kid. The sprawling expanse of Target Field in Minneapolis served as the perfect backdrop for this musical spectacle.

Interview: Heidi Blickenstaff of JAGGED LITTLE PILL NATIONAL TOUR at Orpheum Theatre
Interview: Heidi Blickenstaff of JAGGED LITTLE PILL NATIONAL TOUR at Orpheum Theatre
August 10, 2023

We chat with Heidi Blickenstaff who plays Mary Jane Healy in the national tour of Jagged Little Pill.  Joy, love, heartache, strength, wisdom, catharsis, life — everything we’ve been waiting to see in a Broadway show — is here in the exhilarating, fearless new musical based on Alanis Morissette’s world-changing music.

Review: JAGGED LITTLE PILL NATIONAL TOUR at Orpheum Theatre
Review: JAGGED LITTLE PILL NATIONAL TOUR at Orpheum Theatre
August 9, 2023

What did our critic think of JAGGED LITTLE PILL NATIONAL TOUR at Orpheum Theatre? Ecstasy, affection, heartbreak, resilience, insight, release, existence — all the profound elements anticipated in a Broadway spectacle — converge in this daring and captivating new musical inspired by the transformative melodies of Alanis Morissette.

Interview: Marcia Marcia Marcia of FLIP PHONE XXL: SHORT SHORTZ at First Avenue
Interview: Marcia Marcia Marcia of FLIP PHONE XXL: SHORT SHORTZ at First Avenue
August 9, 2023

A Summer Dance Party  starring Marcia Marcia Marcia, featuring Nocturna Lee Mission, Onya Deek, Ken Doll, and Aranya, with guests Epiphany Kali (CA) and Chevelle Brooks (TX), music by DJ Queenduin and hosted by Sasha Cassadine.

Review: THE DUET at Mixed Blood Theatre
Review: THE DUET at Mixed Blood Theatre
August 8, 2023

What did our critic think of THE DUET at Mixed Blood Theatre? Step into the world of The Duet, where a once-renowned country music duo finds themselves navigating the gritty landscapes of dive bars and casinos, all while endeavoring to compose the very song that could resurrect their former stardom.

Review: OPERA PUNKS at Rarig Center Xperimental
Review: OPERA PUNKS at Rarig Center Xperimental
August 8, 2023

What did our critic think of OPERA PUNKS at Rarig Center Xperimental? OPERA PUNKS delivers a whirlwind of improvised musical vignettes, where every word is sung, and each scene unfolds in a distinct musical genre. Accompanied by the accomplished former Second City Music Director, Kelly Shuda, prepare to be swept away in laughter.

Review: A JINGLE JANGLE MORNING at Rarig Center Arena
Review: A JINGLE JANGLE MORNING at Rarig Center Arena
August 7, 2023

A Jingle Jangle Morning by Spektakular Theatre, created by Micael and Adam Gauger, is a delightful and imaginative theatrical experience, drawing inspiration from Bob Dylan's iconic song 'Mr. Tambourine Man.' This heroine's journey space odyssey captivates audiences of all ages, making it a perfect show for anyone between 5 and 105.

Review: GRINDR HELPDESK: THE MUSICAL at Mixed Blood Theatre
Review: GRINDR HELPDESK: THE MUSICAL at Mixed Blood Theatre
August 6, 2023

What did our critic think of GRINDR HELP DESK: THE MUSICAL at Mixed Blood Theatre?



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