Let’s hear from our Laner of the Week, Mikey! “I am so excited to join this fantastic company and be a new Laner! I grew up on Long Island and moved to Manhattan in 2003 to get my BFA in Musical Theatre from Pace University (where I met fellow Laner, Caitlin!) and have been here ever since. Even though New York will always be my home I have been fortunate to travel around the country doing theatre. This summer I will be spending a couple months at Ivoryton Playhouse in Connecticut working on My Fair Lady.” More on Mikey below!
What do you like about Mustard Lane or just working events in general?
One thing that has really stood out to me about Mustard Lane is the people. From my initial interview to the events I have worked so far, everyone has been so kind and welcoming. I was also blown away by how organized the events have been. My first event was at The Bronx Zoo and it was massive. I couldn’t get over how seamlessly it all went.
When you’re not on the Lane…what are you doing?!
When I’m not onstage, I also usher at Lincoln Center. I work at David Geffen Hall where the Philharmonic plays.
Favorite restaurant or food?
Taco Bell 🙂
What is one of your goals for 2025?
Eat less Taco Bell 🙁
Name a place you’d love to travel to.
Every year I say I’m gonna travel to Europe but somehow EPCOT always pulls me back in.
What’s your favorite way to spend a day off?
Laying in the park or seeing a movie (proud AMC Stubs member!)
Do you have a favorite show to watch when you’re not on the Lane?
When I was in 5th grade, my mother got me to watch General Hospital with her and I have never stopped.
What’s your hidden talent?!
General Hospital Trivia.
If you could have your dream job tomorrow, what would it be?
To be doing theatre and be comfortable enough to take Ubers everywhere and not worry about it.
What’s an essential part of your daily Laner routine?
Coffee and Bath & Body works lotions.
What life lesson did you learn the hard way?
Even if a dog looks cute and friendly doesn’t mean you should run up to them excited. Let them come to you. #stitches
It’s Summer! Any fun plans?
Heading to Myrtle Beach for a vacation!
Pool or Beach?!
Pools. No sand or seagulls 🙏🏻
What’s a brand or event that you would love to represent or work should the chance ever arise?
Disney or Taco Bell.
What inspires you to be your best Laner of the Week self?
I’ve always loved making lists. I have lists on my phone for new art I want to experience in the city and lists for goals I would like to accomplish in my career. I always have something to experience or achieve at the ready.
To learn more about Mikey, check out his instagram @mikey1140.
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