Episode 183 with The Outsiders' Hailey Hyde
Backstage With Becca B. Episode 183 with Hailey Hyde is now LIVE on YouTube! On this episode, Hailey reflects on how a childhood dream of becoming a singer — sparked by her aunts’ Broadway tours and favorite shows like Wicked — led to a growing passion for theater. We chat about her summer program experiences, her love for regional theater, including standout roles in Cats and Frozen, PLUS The Outsiders Musical which is her Broadway debut. She talks about the process of learning multiple tracks, the thrill of being an understudy, and how choreography, community, and careful prep helped her feel ready for her debut. Hailey also opens up about adjusting to life in NYC, overcoming stage nerves, and the value of staying grounded and inspired through it all.
Hailey Hyde (she/her)
Hailey Hyde is a musical theatre performer originally from Utah and a graduate of BYU’s Music Dance Theatre program. She made her Broadway debut in The Outsiders, understudying Cherry and Marcia in the Tony-winning musical’s original cast. Her regional credits include Cats (Jellylorum), Footloose (Ariel), Beauty and the Beast, Waitress, and more. Hailey is also a proud alum of the Young Ambassadors and has trained extensively in voice, dance, and choreography. Now based in NYC, she continues to grow her career onstage and off.
