Celebrating Cheryl Porter’s Inspiring Broadway Debut in &Juliet

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This world-renowned vocal coach, beloved by millions as "Mama Cheryl", will step onto the Broadway stage in the hit musical &Juliet, playing Juliet’s nurse and friend, Angélique, starting August 7. It's an extraordinary milestone for Porter, who is embarking on her first Broadway role at 52 years old, proving that passion and perseverance make dreams possible at any age.

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From World-Renowned Vocal Coach to Broadway Star

Before gracing Broadway, Cheryl Porter had already made her mark as a legendary vocal coach and mentor. Fondly known as "Mama Cheryl" to her students, Porter has amassed an online following of over 32 million across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Through her fun and passionate vocal lessons, she has built a supportive fanbase spanning more than 150 countries, inspiring aspiring singers of all ages to find their voice. It's no surprise that Porter is often hailed as the world’s #1 vocal coach by her admirers.

For years, Porter has devoted her career to helping others shine – coaching viral singing sensations and nurturing young talents who went on to grace big stages – which makes it all the more special to see her step into the limelight herself on a Broadway stage. Now, rather than standing just offstage cheering on her students, Porter will be centre stage, showing the world the powerhouse talent behind her famous coaching.

Vocal Coaches Are Artists, Too

What many might not realise is that behind Porter's warm coaching persona lies a powerhouse vocalist and performer. She has long been an accomplished singer in her own right – even lending her voice to Disney’s The Lion King film soundtrack by performing “The Circle of Life” in Italian. Porter has taken the stage at some of the world’s most prestigious venues, including delivering moving performances at the Vatican for Pope Francis and opera legend Luciano Pavarotti. Her versatility is evidenced by a catalog of over 20 albums spanning classical, jazz, and gospel genres, and collaborations with icons like Andrea Bocelli and Mariah Carey.

Now, by stepping into a Broadway role, Porter is proving that vocal coaches deserve recognition as artists, too. After years spent in the wings helping performers reach their potential, she will finally take center stage to share her own voice with a Broadway audience. It’s a heartwarming reminder that the creative energy vocal coaches pour into others comes from their own deep well of talent and passion.

The Magic of Theatre: Embracing Diverse Paths

Porter’s Broadway debut also highlights the magic of theatre as an inclusive, welcoming world. Broadway has a way of bringing together talents from all walks of life. In the current & Juliet company, for instance, pop music star Joey Fatone and social media influencer Charli D’Amelio perform alongside seasoned stage actors. It’s a community that celebrates different paths to the spotlight, and Porter’s unique journey – from Chicago-born opera student to viral vocal coach to Broadway performer – is a perfect example. Cheryl’s success reminds us that everyone’s path to the stage is different, but all are equally worthy. That inclusive spirit is what makes live theatre so special: it embraces passionate talent wherever it comes from, turning dreams into reality when the time is right.

The curtains rise on & Juliet with Cheryl Porter in the cast this summer, and we cannot wait to witness this next chapter of her remarkable journey. Here's to Mama Cheryl as she brings her infectious energy and stunning voice to Broadway – a debut that will undoubtedly inspire countless others to follow their dreams.

Congratulations, Cheryl, from all of us at Rayvox! We love you! 💖