(Don’t) Break A Leg

Sustaining a Career in Theater and Avoiding Injury

FREE 60-Minute Injury Prevention Workshop

Featuring Dr. Melody Hrubes and Mark Lusk, DPT

When: April 5th at 11 AM

Where: 35 W 35th St, #301 New York, NY 10001 (or attend online from anywhere)

Who: Dancers, Actors, Singers, Deck Crew, Dressers, Hair Department, Stage Management

Cost: FREE

In-Person Attendance is limited to 12 people - seats fill up fast!

Featured Presenters

Melody Hrubes, MD, FACSM

  • Board Certified PM&R, Sports Medicine at HSS

  • Medical Director - Radio City Rockettes

  • Medical Team - US Breaking, US Women's Soccer

  • MD for multiple Broadway shows

Mark M Lusk, DPT, OCS, CSCS, CFMT

  • Owner of MVMT Physical Therapy

  • Worked on over 70 Bway, Off-Bway Shows

  • Former dancer of 12 years

  • Current CrossFitter

Who Is This Event For?

This free event is perfect for:

  • Dancers - the Workhorses of Broadway

  • Actors and Singers - performers who may not identify as "dancers" but are still doing "all the choreography"

  • Deck Crew and Dressers - the "Backstage Athletes" who make everything backstage happen by moving sets and costumes - and All. Those. Stairs.

  • Stage Management - those who live at the extremes - either standing still and calling the show, or in perpetual motion

  • Company Managers, General Managers - you get injured, too!

What Will You Learn?

  • Causes for injury - both onstage and off

  • Tools for increasing or maintaining your strength and mobility to meet the physical demands of your job

  • Why injuries happen even if you’re being cautious, and the key strategies to stop them before they sideline you

  • Environmental factors that contribute to injury or increased strain

  • Valuable insights into how PT can speed up recovery, build strength, and extend your working years

  • Who to turn to when you do get injured, and what to expect

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • How can I get there?

    The clinic is easily accessible in Herald Square via public transportation, or join virtually from the comfort of your own home. We're also a

  • When and where is the workshop, and how long will it last?

    Join us on April 5th, 11am at 35 W 35th St, #301 New York, NY 10001, or online from anywhere!
    The workshop is approximately 60 minutes - you'll still be able to get to your matinee with plenty of time!

  • Can I bring a friend?

    Absolutely! Feel free to invite others who want to prevent injury or worsen existing injuries. Send them this link so they can save their seat too!

  • Why should I attend?

    Understanding the contributing factors to injury will help you to make better decisions about your body and your career - because your body IS your career.

  • Who are the speakers?

    This workshop will feature Dr. Melody Hrubes from HSS - a leading physician who works with the Broadway community, as well as multiple Olympic teams. It is hosted by Dr. Mark Lusk, a physical therapist with 16 years of experience who has worked on over 70 Broadway, Off-Broadway and touring shows. Mark is also a former musical theater performer who understands firsthand the demands, rigors and impacts of injury of a career in theater.

Know someone else looking to prevent injury? Share this sign-up page with them so they can secure their spot too!


FREE 60 Min Workshop on Preventing Injuries

That ALL New York Performers Are Invited To On April 5th, 11 am

When: April 5th at 11am

Where: 35 W 35th St, #301 New York, NY 10001 (or attend online from anywhere)

Who: Dancers, Actors, Singers, Deck Crew, Dressers, Hair Department, Stage Management

Cost: FREE

NOTE:


In-person seats for this Workshop are limited. We have seats for JUST 12 PEOPLE. Register now for a seat, or choose to attend Online.

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