Nicholas Barrón | The Industry's Approach to Acknowledging and Working with Disabilities in the Theatre

Nicholas Barrón | The Industry's Approach to Acknowledging and Working with Disabilities in the Theatre

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March 20, 2026 · 30 min · Season 2 · Episode 9

About this episode

Nicholas Barrón discusses the industry's approach to acknowledging and working with disabilities in theatre, sharing his personal journey and the importance of inclusivity.

Nicholas Barrón | The Industry's Approach to Acknowledging and Working with Disabilities in the Theatre In our first episode of Season Two, we dive into a meaningful and honest conversation about how the industry acknowledges artists with disabilities. Nicholas opens up about his personal journey with hip dysplasia, sharing the challenges he’s faced, the resilience he’s built, the support he’s gained, and the perspective it’s given him as a performer. Nicholas also reflects on how he found theatre to be not only a welcoming and inclusive community, but a powerful outlet where he could fully express himself and truly shine. ▫️▫️Find ALL of Nicholas’ episode on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, RSS, and Instagram @BroadwayLectures▫️▫️ EPISODE 9 OUT NOW ON ALL PLATFORMS Founded/Hosted by Haley Herman Produced by Olivia Rubrum Director of Photography/Edited by Cason Doyle

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Hosts: Haley Herman, Olivia Rubrum

Guest: Nicholas Barrón

Topics covered

  • disabilities
  • theatre
  • inclusivity
  • performing arts

Keywords

  • hip dysplasia
  • resilience
  • support
  • self-expression

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