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Aubie Merrylees on the Joys of BOOP! and the Disappointments of KPOP

Aubie Merrylees on the Joys of BOOP! and the Disappointments of KPOP

Update: 2025-06-06
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With Boop! The Musical earning three Tony nominations this year—including Best Choreography, Best Costume Design, and Best Leading Actress for Jasmine Amy Rogers—I’m joined by cast member Aubie Merrylees for a conversation that goes beyond the awards buzz. We talk about the fun and energy of Boop!, but also the moments that shaped his career long before this Broadway run.


From a season of missed opportunities that led him to grad school, to the high expectations and quick closure of KPOP, Aubie shares how he’s navigated the uncertainties of this business. We also talk about how last year’s strikes pushed both of us to pivot and rediscover different parts of our craft. It’s a candid look at the many turns a career can take—and the unexpected joys that come along the way.



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Aubie Merrylees on the Joys of BOOP! and the Disappointments of KPOP

Aubie Merrylees on the Joys of BOOP! and the Disappointments of KPOP

Patrick Oliver Jones