I’m in the @latimes?!? deft: (adj.) neatfully skillful and quick in one’s movements; demonstrating skill and cleverness. I love my crew. I’m inspired daily to be more of myself; more creative with my musical offerings, challenge my critical & lateral thinking, sit in the spotlight (literally) and shine unapologetically. *I’ll be too emotional at closing, so - @twotouchfls, @directorkail, @lin_manuel: your collective intelligence is unmatched. Thanks for seeing me. My growth as both performer & human - practicing empathy and compassion every night - astronomical. @codyrenard & @patrickvassel: your direction & encouragement helped shape my own vision/trajectory for myself in this show. Love you both! @sharkwave, @crodees1, @arthurlewis, @bsherman2222, @ianstagramiam: y’all are amazing. Thanks for the foundation you’ve created. 🎹 @victoriatheodoremusic, @simsonkeys, @not_dragging: we came in together; we are each other’s keeper! Collaboration is how we love and support each other. 🥰 @jmiglehart, @cjack930, @mrbradybaby, @tarikrdavis, @daveeddiggs: oh, how you’ve each inspired me. What a gift! I’ve got FIVE SUCCESSFUL LEADING BLACK MEN showing me the game! 🙏🏾 @mcjellyd, @aneesafolds (you already know, babe...😍), @jellis14 (my work wife), @kailamullady, @feelingdizzy.wav, @iammorganreilly, @markmartincreative: the way we’ve syncretized & metamorphosed is UNREAL. 🔥 @holliccampbell, @mckmurphy, @owlbwoody, @agriggs712 - my Ashley’s - you are absolutely THE BEST. Leading with patience, beauty, grace, & flexibility. ❤️ @emrogo, @garv_garv, @raudiom: I simply couldn’t do this w/o your kindness, professionalism, and EXPERTISE. Expect a million more hugs from me! 🥇 @rooneyevan, Marisa, & Vince: you are such strong people; getting to know you has been a highlight while moving between cities. ☀️ @andyjgm, @jamsgirard, @baselinetheatrical: a HUGE hug from ya boy! Thank you for ALL you do. ❤️ S/O to the Hip-Hop aficionados & practitioners who keep this improvisatory art form ALIVE, REVOLUTIONARY, and TRANSFORMATIVE. I hope I’ve given as much as I’ve received. I’ve always got your back - let’s finish at the top! 😍🏔 - Rich Midway 👑