I'm Ricky!! I am a proud South Jersey native that just received my BFA in Musical Theatre at Penn State University. 

 

Before Penn State, I worked with both MTCA and College Audition Coach in preparation for college auditions, and I could not be more proud to be an alumnus of those two organizations. 

 

Some of my favorite roles are Tracy in Hairspray and Olive in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. As well as being apart of Centralia: A new musical written by Adam Chanler-Berat and Julian Hornik, originating the role of Shelley Walgrove in the show.

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I also love cooking! If cooking is ever brought up, I will not stop talking about it. I also thouroughly enjoy going to the beach (ocnj to be exact), doing fun makeup looks, being with my cat, Ziva, and I will never say no to a 7brew drink.

 

I would love to thank John Simpkins, the head of Penn State Musical Theatre, for believing in me, as well as Gwen Walker, my voice teacher, who always encouraged me to be my authentic self and believe in my abilities. And of course, my wonderful family. Grandma, Dude, Chase, Dad and most importantly, Mom. I can not express the gratitude I have towards the endless support these 5 have provided me my entire life. My family has shaped who I am entirely as a person, and I could not be more grateful for that.

 

I am so excited to share my work with you! :)

 

@rickyykessler