Ep. 8 | John Ambrosino

On Episode 8 of the Native Edge Podcast, Chris and Yvette sat down with actor and producer John Ambrosino. John recently played the role of "Uncle Ernie" in the hit Broadway remake of the musical Tommy. Members of The National Center's team had the opportunity to see John under the bright lights when they were in New York for a recent Native Edge Institute.

John talks about his career, going from behind the stage to a leading role in an iconic rock opera. He also talks about the business of theater, and what happens behind the scenes to make a successful show - and a successful career.

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Chapters

• 0:24 Intro
• 4:02 About John
• 8:48 The Business of Theater
• 13:10 Taking a Risk
• 14:40 Learning from Failure
• 17:48 Moving to a Bigger Stage
• 19:54 Jersey Boys
• 20:50 Actors' Equity
• 26:00 Maintaining Relationships
• 28:40 Tommy
• 43:11 John Outside of the Theater
• 47:11 Remembering Lines
• 48:29 A Yvette Theory
• 50:51 Challenges as Opportunities
• 53:31 Wrap