Meet the Team

  • Brooke Cottrell

    FOUNDER

    A talented performer with a resume that spans tours, regional productions, and off-Broadway shows, Brooke is the creator and founder of Backyard Broadway.

    Based in New York City, Brooke is actively involved in the professional musical theater scene, bringing real-world experience and a deep passion for the arts to her coaching.

    A graduate of the Boston Conservatory at Berklee with a BFA in Musical Theater, Brooke is dedicated to helping students shine on and off the stage.

  • Connor Buonaccorsi

    A talented performer currently traveling the world with the Broadway National Tour of Mean Girls and previously with the National Tour of Hairspray, Connor’s career is as inspiring as it is accomplished.

    Hailing from Rhode Island, where he grew up performing, Connor has years of teaching experience and a deep passion for helping students reach their potential.

    He holds a BFA in Musical Theater from the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, blending his professional expertise with his love for teaching.