Ep376 - Marjan Neshat: How Are YOU Doing Today?

The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales

Marjan Neshat is having a moment, making her Broadway debut in English the same night The Night Agent Season 2 premiered on Netflix. In this episode, she opens up about navigating cultural identity, language barriers, and the deep emotional connection she brings to her work. Marjan shares the journey of her family leaving Iran, growing up between worlds, and how storytelling became her way of making sense of it all. She discusses the impact of English, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play about bilingualism and self-perception, and why she relates so deeply to its themes. Plus, she reflects on filming The Night Agent under high-stakes conditions and the importance of authentic representation in Hollywood.

With credits spanning Rescue Me, Law & Order, Royal Pains, Quantico, and more, Marjan has built a career that thrives on emotional honesty. She talks about the challenges of performing a one-woman show, the responsibility of portraying Iranian stories on stage, and the power of human connection in theater. Whether unpacking the complexities of identity or the thrill of live performance, Marjan brings a rare depth to every role she takes on.

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