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From Rollins to Broadway

Juan Carlos ’23, who plays Bob Newby in the Broadway production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow, returned to campus to share what he’s learned on his journey from Rollins to theatre’s biggest stage.

By Luke Woodling ’17MBA

December 16, 2025

What does it take to go from majoring in theatre at Rollins to starring in Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway? Theatre professor David Charles recently sat down with Juan Carlos ’23 to find out.

Students dance during a musical on the Annie Russell Theatre stage.

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From performance opportunities and popular courses to expert faculty and study abroad experiences, learn more about what it’s like to be a theatre major at Rollins.

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