Ep. 60: Every Actors Dream with Kennedy Caughell

About this episode

Braden interviews Kennedy Caughell about her role in the Broadway musical Hell’s Kitchen and the themes of the show.

Braden recently sat down with Kennedy Caughell, who plays Jersey in Hell’s Kitchen They talked about her journey, the heart behind the character, and what it’s like bringing Alicia Keys’ music to life on stage.Hell’s Kitchen is a coming-of-age Broadway musical inspired by the life and music of Alicia Keys. Set in 1990s New York City, the story follows a 17-year-old girl growing up in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood as she navigates first love, ambition, family struggles, and finding her voice. Powered by Alicia Keys’ iconic songs, the show is a celebration of resilience, identity, and the people and places that shape who we become.Catch Hell’s Kitchen on their national tour at a city near you.

People in this episode

Host: Braden

Guest: Kennedy Caughell

Topics covered

• Broadway
• musical
• Alicia Keys
• coming-of-age
• New York City
• theater

Keywords

• Hell’s Kitchen
• Kennedy Caughell
• Alicia Keys
• Broadway musical
• 1990s New York
• theater
• coming-of-age

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Hell’s Kitchen

Places: New York City

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