"The cast of MJ is filled with beautiful souls matched only by their immense talent. To receive the Legacy Robe in their company and stand before them as representative of the hard work and dedication that it takes to participate in a Broadway ensemble filled/fills me with pride. I also found myself reflecting upon the other Legacy Robe recipients that I’ve had the pleasure of sharing the stage with and that was very humbling for me because I hold those folks in such high regard."

Name: Ryan VanDenBoom

Show: MJ

Opening Night: February 1, 2022

Hometown: Munger, MI

Broadway Debut: Annie in 2012

Professional Training: New York University, Tisch School of the Arts

Year joined Equity: 2012

How I got my Equity card: I received my Equity card from my Broadway debut in Annie.

Broadway Chorus credits:? Something Rotten!, Bandstand

Fun Fact: Growing up I was a huge Michael Jackson fan, so it’s feels extra special to be recognized in this way with this show. A true cross section of my childhood and my career.