#182- Meet Broadway’s Black Ariel: Hillary Fisher

Hey y’all, what’s up? In this video, I’m chatting with the incredible Hillary Fisher, Broadway’s Black Ariel 🌊🎭, as she takes center stage in Disney’s *The Little Mermaid* at the Paper Mill Playhouse! Ever wonder what it’s like to perform as a modern-day princess? Hillary shares her journey from modeling to Broadway, her love for theater, and what it means to play an iconic role like Ariel. 🎤✨We dive into her experiences working in *The Notebook* and balancing life as a performer, plus some behind-the-scenes tea about tech rehearsals, her breathtaking costumes, and even flying on stage! Hillary also opens up about representation, her stunning locs, and why staying true to yourself matters in this industry. And yes, we talk about Broadway legends, the ins and outs of performing, and her love for storytelling. 🌟Hit subscribe and come on the ride as we celebrate Black excellence, Broadway magic, and the joys of bringing beloved characters to life! Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation with the radiant Hillary Fisher—she’s making waves on stage and beyond! 🌈🎶#americanbroadcastingcompany #mermaid #disney #highschool #partofyourworldCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:25 - Modeling Experience03:05 - Modeling vs. Musical Theatre03:59 - Significance of Playing Ariel08:30 - Broadway Debut Journey13:36 - Insights on Patti LuPone17:20 - Industry Advice for Aspiring Artists18:54 - Mindset for Choosing Material22:33 - Hillary's Hair Inspiration27:19 - OutroLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesYou can send fan mail here!@salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.comMany thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!