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" I would say 'Looking' and 'Spring Awakening' are the most important and personal projects I've ever been apart of. "

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" A 'Looking' musical would completely bring me back to Broadway. I would come back in a second. "

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" For me, there's nothing more valuable as an actor, or better way to learn, than getting to perform in front of a live audience, no matter where you are. Whether it's on Broadway, in Florida, or doing a tour. "

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