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Nic recently took part in an Industry Presentation of the new musical Angel of Arkansas, with a book, music, and lyrics by Richard Oberacker and a book and lyrics by Robert Taylor. Directed by five-time Tony winner Susan Stroman, the presentation took place February 23 at Perelman Performing Arts Center. The new work centers on a real-life single mother who became an advocate, activist, and caregiver to AIDS patients in conservative Arkansas in the '80s. The cast starred Kerry Butler as Ruth Coker Burks, with an ensemble company featuring Andy Mientus, Mauricio Martínez, Josh Strickland, Dudney Joseph Jr, Nic Rouleau, James Harkness, Sam Simahk, Jacob Keith Watson, Shavey Brown, Joel Waggoner, Bud Weber, Nicholas Rodriguez, and John Michaelangelo Kraus. The creative team included music director Annbritt duChateau, vocal designer Ann Marie Milazzo, sound designer John Shivers, and score supervisor Jacob Fjeldheim. Live Wire Theatrical is serving as general manager. Check out the article from PLAYBILL here.

Nic is proud to join The American Pops Orchestra for Broadway's Leading Men: A Musical Celebration - a concert special to be held on Saturday, February 3, 2024 in Washington DC at Howard University, featuring performances of iconic male characters and popular songs that have left a lasting impact on the legacy of musical theater. Bringing together renowned performers and a 29-piece ensemble of The American Pops Orchestra, this evening will inspire the next generation of musical theater stars. Broadway’s Leading Men will be filmed in front of a live audience, featuring some of Broadway’s most celebrated music and brand-new arrangements created specifically for National TV Broadcast. Filming takes place on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Howard University’s Cramton Auditorium, Childers Hall, 2455 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20059, at 7:30pm. This performance will be filmed for national broadcast later in the year. Tickets can be purchased here.

Nic is thrilled to join the cast for the upcoming performances of the ALIVE! Josh Canfield's new musical will be presented for seven concert performances, beginning October 8 at Off-Broadway's Theatre 555. Directed by David Ruttura with musical direction by Matt Hinkley, the cast will include Anthony Chatmon II(Hadestown), Robi Hager (Doctor Zhivago), Savy Jackson (Bad Cinderella), Josh Lamon (The Prom), Stephany Mora (Dreamgirls), Mary Page Nance (A Beautiful Noise), Nic Rouleau (The Book of Mormon), Kyle Selig (Mean Girls), and Lauren Zakrin (Once Upon a One More Time). With a book and score by Canfield, the musical follows Shelly Dinkley, a gutsy news reporter who believes zombies are terrorizing her small town. After she is saved from an attack by a zombie who calls himself Zombie6, sparks start to fly between the two as Eve discovers there's more to this decaying hero than just his rotting limbs. The limited engagement will also have lighting design by Tyler Micoleau and musical arrangements by Taylor Peckman. The general manager is LDK Productions. ALIVE! is executive-produced by Lisa Dozier Shacket and co-produced by Barbara Chubb. Show times are October 8 at 8:30 PM, October 9 at 7 PM and 9 PM, and October 15-16 at 7 PM and 9 PM. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased by visiting AlivetheZombieMusical.com.

Nic was invited by the United States Ambassador to Panama, Mari Carmen Aponte, to join the American Pops Orchestra for a cross-cultural tour celebrating the relationship between the United States and Panama. From June 26-July 1, Nic was joined by vocalist Nova Payton and various members of the APO Orchestra for multiple events throughout the Capital City. Nic recorded a live concert at Teatro Balboa to celebrate America's Independence Day. He performed for students at the ITSE Technical Institute, as well as for community members of the San Miguelito Church. The trip culminated in a Pride Celebration at the Ambassador's Residence in Panama City, honoring her commitment to supporting and fighting for the rights of the local LGBTQIA+ community. You can find some photos and concert clips on Nic's Instagram.

Deadline has just reported that UNCOUPLED will move to SHOWTIME for Season 2. For the full article, click here. The show centers on Michael (Neil Patrick Harris) who thought his life was perfect until his partner blindsides him by walking out the door after 17 years. Overnight, Michael has to confront two nightmares — losing what he thought was his soulmate and suddenly finding himself a single gay man in his mid-40s in New York City. Nic plays the role of Tyler Hawkins in Season 1, Michael's coworker who always has something to say, whether Michael wants to hear it or not. Stay tuned to see if Tyler will get into more trouble on Season 2. Stream Season 1 now only on Showtime.

UNCOUPLED Season 1 was released on Netflix July 29. The show centers on Michael (Neil Patrick Harris) who thought his life was perfect until his partner blindsides him by walking out the door after 17 years. Overnight, Michael has to confront two nightmares — losing what he thought was his soulmate and suddenly finding himself a single gay man in his mid-40s in New York City. Nic plays the role of Tyler Hawkins, Michael's coworker who always has something to say, whether Michael wants to hear it or not. Check out some of Nic's scenes in the video above.

Nic is thrilled to be a part of the upcoming Netflix series UNCOUPLED, starring Neil Patrick Harris and produced by Darren Star and Jeffrey Richman. Check out the official trailer above. The show centers on Michael (Neil Patrick Harris) who thought his life was perfect until his partner blindsides him by walking out the door after 17 years. Overnight, Michael has to confront two nightmares — losing what he thought was his soulmate and suddenly finding himself a single gay man in his mid-40s in New York City. Nic will play the recurring role of Tyler Hawkins, Michael's coworker who always has something to say, whether Michael wants to hear it or not. Season One premiers on Netflix starting July 29.

Check out this video from the new musical Angel of Arkansas by Richard Oberacker & Robert Taylor (the writers of Bandstand). The musical is inspired by the real life heroes on the frontlines of the AIDS crisis of the 1980’s in the conservative rural South. Recorded earlier this year at Powerhouse Studios in NYC. Mix & Mastering by Mark Owen. Guitar:Craig Magnano, Banjo: Sean Driscoll, Violin: Robert Taylor, Piano: Richard Oberacker, Bass: Andre Cleghorn, Drums : Jered Schonig. Directed & Edited by Dan Tracy.

Rhinebeck Writers Retreat will present a reading of Missing Peace, a contemporary Native musical by Kalani Queypo and Kyle Puccia, May 23. The reading, which will follow a table reading and residency as part of the Retreat's Triple R program, will be directed by Devanand Janki (Little Girl Blue) with music direction by Yan Li. The cast includes Glenn Stanton (The Walking Dead), Brandi Porter (A Bronx Tale), and Nic Rouleau (The Book of Mormon). In Missing Peace, Chase wakes up from a coma, but his past is a blur. Much to his family's surprise, he is happy and carefree until the dark memories flood back like quick cuts of a movie trailer that just don't add up. Founding Executive Director Kathy Evans said, “We supported Kyle and Kalani during the pandemic with a virtual residency, and it’s exciting to help bring their musical to life for a New York audience for the first time.” Created in 2011, Rhinebeck Writers Retreat provides a sanctuary for writers to develop their musicals in the heart of the Hudson Valley. Visit RhinebeckWriters.org.

Nic was recently featured on the podcast E-TICKET TO BROADWAY, part of The Broadway Podcast Network. Hosted by David Alpert, the podcast features Broadway Stars chatting all things DISNEY. Nic shares that it was the music from the Disney movies that truly was his gateway into loving the brand--and discusses how watching "The Little Mermaid," "Hercules," and, his favorite "A Goofy Movie" as a kid cemented his love for the Mouse. As a California native, Nic visited Disneyland in his youth, but when he was around 10 years old he visited Walt Disney World for the first time and it was a game-changer. He and David discuss the coincidence of playing a role on Broadway that is equally obsessed with the Orlando Park, and why the Parks are such a magical place to visit. Nic shares his experience of playing Woody from "Toy Story" on The Disney Cruise Line, a character he loved, and continues to love--and how he was introduced to Pin Trading while at sea--while also being "friends" with Prince Phillip. Listen as Nic discusses a perfect day at Walt Disney World, as well as his love for Chip & Dale, Marie from "The Aristocats," Space Mountain, "Pete's Dragon," and Expedition Everest. After Nic reveals a traumatic experience he had once at the Disneyland Resort, he and David play "Two by Two: Disney Edition," a game where David gives a clue referring to a famous pair of Disney characters, and Nic has to identify them. What does Nic refuse to eat at a Disney Theme Park? Listen to this episode of "E-Ticket to Broadway" to find out!”⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣You can enjoy this episode here or wherever you listen to podcasts.⁣

Nic is thrilled to be a part of the upcoming Netflix series UnCoupled, starring Neil Patrick Harris and produced by Darren Star and Jeffrey Richman. The show centers on Michael (Neil Patrick Harris) who thought his life was perfect until his partner blindsides him by walking out the door after 17 years. Overnight, Michael has to confront two nightmares — losing what he thought was his soulmate and suddenly finding himself a single gay man in his mid-40s in New York City. Nic will play the recurring role of Tyler Hawkins, Michael's coworker who always has something to say, whether Michael wants to hear it or not. The show premiers on Netflix this summer starting July 29.

Nic is thrilled to be a part of the National Alliance for Musical Theatre's 33rd Annual Festival of New Musicals. This year's festival takes place October 21-22, with presentations in an in-person and digital hybrid in collaboration with Broadway on Demand. More information on the festival can be found here. Nic plays the role of Logan in the new musical Missing Peace, which follows a young man as he recovers from a suicide attempt. The show features music and lyrics by Kalani Queypo and Kyle Puccia; direction by Jesca Prudencio; and musical direction by Steven Cuevas. The cast also includes Phoenix Best, Nick Dalton, Carolyn Dunn, Kyla Garcia, and Glenn Stanton. Check out the press release from Playbill.com here.