Disney High Seas Tales From a Quadruple Threat Puppeteer with Conor Devoe
Out Loud & Laughing by Bryan Ruiz and Jon Ruiz
Episode notes
Most theater kids dream of turning their childhood shyness into a dazzling career — and Connor DeVoe did just that, blending singing, dancing, acting, and even puppetry into a vibrant, multifaceted life. But it wasn’t always glamorous; he reveals how early stage fright almost kept him from singing “Tomorrow” at preschool and shares the gritty realities of moving to New York City with an unpaid internship in his pocket.
In this episode, Connor pulls back the curtain on the unpredictable journey from shy kid to Broadway swing, dance captain on Disney cruises, and puppeteer for top-tier productions. You'll discover how he managed 36 tracks at once, navigated the heartbreak of being cut from roles due to equity status, and found resilience to keep going through the chaos of showbiz. We break down the surprising crossover between puppeteering an ...