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Joe Sarafolean

Joe Sarafolean

Joe Sarafolean is a Twin Cities native who became captivated with the arts from a young age. His true devotion to theatre began when he was cast in Annie in the 5th grade and since then, it has grown into a full blown obsession.

A graduate of Winona State University majoring in Communication Studies with a minor in theatre. Joe now works in executive communications and is always sure to carve out time to enjoy the arts.

When he is not attending various productions around the Twin Cities, he can be seen driving around town belting show tunes, enjoying a libation at a variety of local breweries and distilleries or enjoying a quiet night at home with his husband and his pup. 




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Review: MY FAIR LADY at Theater Latté Da
Review: MY FAIR LADY at Theater Latté Da
November 23, 2025

What did our critic think of MY FAIR LADY at Theater Latté Da?

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Guthrie Theater
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Guthrie Theater
November 16, 2025

What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Guthrie Theater?

Feature: SOMEWHERE at Guthrie Theater
Feature: SOMEWHERE at Guthrie Theater
November 12, 2025

Rehearsals are officially underway for the Guthrie’s newest production, a mounting of Tony Award winning playwright Matthew López’s play-with-dance, Somewhere.

Review: DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Children's Theatre Company
Review: DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Children's Theatre Company
November 9, 2025

There is a nip in the air, stores are prepping for the holiday season, and the Who’s have come out of hibernation to, once again, share their classic tale of music, heart, and wonder.

Review: COSÌ FAN TUTTE at MN Opera
Review: COSÌ FAN TUTTE at MN Opera
November 11, 2025

Love, distrust, and mayhem are in the air for a short time while Minnesota Opera’s ravishing production of Mozart’s comedic piece, Così Fan Tutte, delights audiences.

Interview: Doug Scholz Carlson/Christopher Franklin of COSÌ FAN TUTTE at MN Opera
Interview: Doug Scholz Carlson/Christopher Franklin of COSÌ FAN TUTTE at MN Opera
October 27, 2025

​​​​​​​ MN Opera is preparing to mount a groundbreaking new production of Così Fan Tutte where the audience gets have a hand in the finale of the story. BroadwayWorld was able to connect with Principal Conductor Christopher Franklin and Stage Director Doug Scholz-Carlson to discuss this new mounting. 

Interview: Dean Holt of HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at CTC
Interview: Dean Holt of HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at CTC
October 23, 2025

It is that time of year again! It is time for another trip to Whoville and the Grinch and his trusty pup Max are back to add that extra sparkle to the holiday season! Broadway World was lucky enough to catch director and resident company member, Dean Holt for a few quick words!

Interview: Michael Pearce Donley of TRIPLE ESPRESSO at 30th Anniversary Tour
Interview: Michael Pearce Donley of TRIPLE ESPRESSO at 30th Anniversary Tour
October 19, 2025

Described as a “highly caffeinated comedy,” Triple Espresso centers around three friends whose attempt to break into the spotlight comes crashing down in four minutes on live television.

Review: PRIMARY TRUST at Guthrie Theater
Review: PRIMARY TRUST at Guthrie Theater
October 19, 2025

As the mantra of the fictional town of Cranberry, New York says, “Welcome friend, you’re right on time”. A quote that, as the audience will learn, has a far deeper meaning than just a welcome message on a sign.

Review: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Artistry Theater And Visual Arts
Review: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Artistry Theater And Visual Arts
October 17, 2025

What did our critic think of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Artistry Theater And Visual Arts? Once on This Island is a fantastic evening of theater that is sure to enchant and delight audiences of every age.

Interview: Reed Sigmund of DR. SEUSS’S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Children's Theatre Company
Interview: Reed Sigmund of DR. SEUSS’S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Children's Theatre Company
October 13, 2025

He's back! Reed Sigmund is back as the mean and green one this holiday season and BroadwayWorld touched base with Mr. Sigmund as he preps to steal christmas, once again!  

Interview: Shelli Place/Alison Edwards of FOR PETER PAN ON HER 70TH BIRTHDAY at PRIME
Interview: Shelli Place/Alison Edwards of FOR PETER PAN ON HER 70TH BIRTHDAY at PRIME
October 8, 2025

Read our interview with Shelli Place/Alison Edwards of FOR PETER PAN ON HER 70TH BIRTHDAY at PRIME. For Peter Pan on Her 70th Birthday runs October 9 - 26, 2025 showing at Mixed Blood Theater.

Interview: Denise Prosek/Justin Lucero of JOURNEY ON at Theater Latté Da
Interview: Denise Prosek/Justin Lucero of JOURNEY ON at Theater Latté Da
October 6, 2025

BraodwayWorld was lucky enough to pick the brains of two of the Twin Cities' best creatives as they have joined forces to create Theatre Latté Da's 100th production: Journey On.

Review: THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL at Children's Theatre Company
Review: THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL at Children's Theatre Company
October 5, 2025

What did our critic think of THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at Children's Theatre Company?

Interview: George Abud of THE RUINS: A PLAY THROUGH MUSIC at Guthrie Theater
Interview: George Abud of THE RUINS: A PLAY THROUGH MUSIC at Guthrie Theater
September 26, 2025

George Abud, esteemed Broadway actor and now playwright, has had a wonderfully varied career. From his moving work in The Visit, The Band’s Visit, and most recently his star turn in Lempicka, George has become a force within the theater community.

Review: THE RUINS: A PLAY THROUGH MUSIC at Guthrie Theater
Review: THE RUINS: A PLAY THROUGH MUSIC at Guthrie Theater
September 22, 2025

The Guthrie theater is no stranger to fostering new works but the latest world premiere is one that certainly is destined to be one of the most memorable. Reintroducing audiences to the Dowling Studio, George Abud’s playwriting debut, is one of the most poignant and honest works about assessing our lives when the end of our lives is in sight.

Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE at Guthrie Theater
Review: A DOLL'S HOUSE at Guthrie Theater
September 19, 2025

​​​​​​​A perfect life is difficult to achieve but near impossible to maintain. This is the foundational message within Amy Herzog’s dynamic adaptation of the classic Henrik Ibsen play, A Doll’s House, kicking off the Guthrie Theater’s 25-26 season.

Interview: Taya Ming of THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at Children's Theatre Company
Interview: Taya Ming of THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at Children's Theatre Company
September 16, 2025

We had the opportunity to chat with the star, Taya Ming, of CTC's next production, The Enormous Crocodile. Here is what we learned!

Review: TREASURE ISLAND at Children's Theatre Company
Review: TREASURE ISLAND at Children's Theatre Company
September 13, 2025

As Long John Silver laments, “Where would we be without dreams?”. A simple, yet profound, question that aptly sums up the entire point of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic work, Treasure Island.

Interview: Reed Sigmund of ROBIN HOOD at Zephyr Theatre
Interview: Reed Sigmund of ROBIN HOOD at Zephyr Theatre
July 19, 2025

With 25 years of acting experience under his belt, Reed Sigmund is trading in his acting cap for the director’s chair as he mounts Zephyr Theater Company’s innovative production of Robin Hood. Scheduled to take Aamodt’s Apple Orchard by storm July 25-August 3.



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