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, Maybe Happy Ending, The Music Man, The Notebook, Phantom of the Opera, The Prom, Ragtime, Six, Sweeney Todd, Waitress, Wicked, and The Wiz.
December 11, 2023
Before becoming a popular Peloton Instructor, Hannah underwent training at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre. She graduated from high school ahead of schedule and secured a scholarship to move to New York City for intensive training at Ailey. Subsequently, she shifted her focus, attending college for theatre and musical theater while actively participating in concert dance. Fast forward to her involvement in performances such as Fuerza Bruta and Queen of the Night, where she crossed paths with her Production Stage Manager, now her husband. Initially, Hannah dedicated six nights a week to performing during her initial two years at Peloton, before it eventually took precedence and became her primary focus. Recently, she has reignited her passion for dance and performance, venturing back into auditions and pursuing her original love.
December 6, 2023
Considered by many to be the most charming musical ever written, She Loves Me is a warm romantic comedy with an endearing innocence and a touch of old-world elegance. Set in 1930s Europe, two feuding perfume store clerks begin to unknowingly exchange letters after responding to a 'lonely hearts advertisement' in the newspaper and have no idea they are falling in love—with each other! A perfect holiday story, join us for all the twists and turns as these lovers discover the truth in this intimate and touching show.
December 6, 2023
What did our critic think of DISNEY’S ALADDIN at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis? Step into a magical realm with Disney’s 'Aladdin,' the sensational Broadway musical produced by the mastermind behind 'The Lion King.' This timeless narrative unfolds with a delightful blend of beauty, magic, comedy, and breathtaking spectacle, offering audiences an unforgettable theatrical experience.
December 4, 2023
Discover a whole new world at Disney’s Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical. From the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of Aladdin, a thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite.
December 1, 2023
What did our critic think of GIRL NAMED TOM - ONE MORE CHRISTMAS TOUR at Pantages Theatre?
November 29, 2023
It’s the holidays, and this year, things are different. For years, Isabella and her father have read “A Visit from Saint Nicholas” “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” together. But this year Isabella feels like she’s outgrown the family tradition. But then the magic of the poem comes to life, and Isabella and her father are unexpectedly separated by a snowstorm that sends them on a fantastical journey. In a winter wonderland inspired by the poem, they discover whimsical characters, acrobats, children and reindeer who reunite father and daughter in the holiday spirit.
November 27, 2023
Get ready to discover the hero inside us all when Disney On Ice returns to St. Paul with a magical adventure for the whole family! Audiences will discover what it truly means to be a hero as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends from around the Disney Kingdom come together to take families on a journey through timeless tales when Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero skates into St. Paul from December 7–10, 2023 at Xcel Energy Center.
November 25, 2023
What did our critic think of ‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE… BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL at Northrup?
November 19, 2023
What did our critic think of PATTI LUPONE IN CONCERT at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts?
November 19, 2023
Join us as we sit down with Aranya to delve into the world of drag, the meticulous preparations, and the triumphant moment of clinching the title of Flip Phone Superstar 2023!
November 15, 2023
What did our critic think of COMPANY at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis?
November 11, 2023
What did our critic think of BILLY JOEL & STEVIE NICKS at US Bank Stadium?
November 10, 2023
What did our critic think of CRUZAR LA CARA DE LA LUNA at Minnesota Opera?
November 6, 2023
Winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical, Company “strikes like a lightning bolt. It’s brilliantly conceived and funny as hell.” (Variety). Helmed by three-time Tony Award-winning director Marianne Elliott (War Horse, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Angels in America) this revelatory new production of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s groundbreaking musical comedy is at once boldly sophisticated, deeply insightful, and downright hilarious.
November 5, 2023
What did our critic think of AUDRA MCDONALD WITH THE MINNESOTA ORCHESTRA at Minnesota Orchestra Hall?
November 3, 2023
What did our critic think of HELL IS EMPTY AND ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE…AGAIN! at Luminary Arts Center?
November 2, 2023
Daniel Webb is an LA-based comedian, writer, and musician hailing from Texas. His comedy has garnered recognition on renowned platforms such as Comedy Central, NBC, and BUTT Magazine. Wanda Sykes aptly describes Daniel in three concise words: 'Riotous. Queer. Star.'
October 28, 2023
What did our critic think of QUEEN + ADAM LAMBERT THE RHAPSODY TOUR at Xcel Energy Center?
October 24, 2023
A miserly and miserable, ever-so-cantankerous Grinch has observed the despicable Christmas joy of the Whos with disdain, from a distance, for decades. Enough! In this CTC holiday favorite, filled with music and Seussian rhymes, he plots the greatest heist imaginable—stealing the very thing they love the most! Until, that is, the smallest of the Whos, tiny Cindy Lou, extends a hand.
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