The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales

Juan Carlos joins the show to share the incredible story of his journey from Miami to the Broadway stage. He opens up about the "athlete's mentality" he brings to his craft, a perspective shaped by his time as a high school carpenter and a college student working three jobs to make ends meet. Juan discusses the bold leap of faith he took by driving across the country to Los Angeles with no representation, only to create his own short film, Oh Brother, which ultimately served as the catalyst for his professional career. The conversation dives deep into the technical and emotional demands of originating a role in the Stranger Things universe. Juan reveals his unique approach to the audition process, including how a "bad" self-tape setup and a willingness to lean into "extrusive thoughts" helped him land the role of young Bob Newby. From hilarious stories about clogged toilets and slipping on ice to poignant reflections on being a person of color in the industry, Juan’s earnestness and "delusional" optimism p