While Nathan Broxton’s mom has quite a social media following, he recently stole the show through his performance of beloved Broadway hits!
Nathan went viral by recommending musicals
Nathan’s mother, Samantha (aka @raiseself), started uploading videos of the 11-year-old boy’s tunes on the singing show a few weeks ago, noting that they would become an “obsession” for him. with her son.
A video shows him singing a featured song in Hamilton after watching live.
@raiseself Favorite moment of 2022: This year Nathan is completely focused on musicals. He watched Hamilton live. And got a great role in the musical camp. #2022 summary
♬ original sound – Samantha Sophia
Some bops from Roald Dahl’s Matilda musical There is also a shout! In fact, one video was captioned, “Let’s call this Nathan’s audition!”
@raiseself Call this Nathan’s audition for the musical Matilda!
♬ Naughty (Deluxe edition only bonus track with all 4 original Broadway Matildas) – Bailey Ryon & Sophia Gennusa & Oona Laurence & Milly Shapiro
@raiseself Reply @meganlyda4 This is my life now.
♬ Bruce – Cast of Roald Dahl’s musical Matilda
Leslie Odom Jr. shouted at him
Notably, many in the theatrical world—including Leslie Odom Jr. and journalist Ayanna Presley—praised Nathan on Twitter.
Odom warmly commented, “The younger brother is so much more committed than I ever dreamed of at his age. This is faith! And I love seeing it. On this trajectory, he would eclipse me in no time.”
My brother is much more committed than I ever dreamed of at his age. This is faith! And I love seeing it. On this trajectory, he would overshadow me in no time. Ha https://t.co/voIaxcGkcC
— Leslie Odom, Jr. (@leslieodomjr) January 10, 2023
As for Presley, she retweeted a video of Nathan, noting: “We wanted to see the rise of a new kid in the theater. Protect him.”
We love seeing the rise of a new child in the theater. Protect him. pic.twitter.com/f8fAnovB25
– Ayanna P. (@AyannaPrescod) January 9, 2023
Also, we should add that the Twitter account for the Broadway production A strange loop jumped below Presley’s tweet and appeared to be interested in the possibility of casting Nathan.
I want to talk to the homie in the back
– A weird loop on the stage (@StrangeLoopBway) January 10, 2023
Delta offers to bring the whole family to Broadway & Nathan prepares for a TV audition
With all the buzz surrounding Nathan’s love for show tunes, Delta Air Lines decided to contact his mom to send his whole family to see a Broadway musical!
Samantha shared the news on Twitter and she noted that the surprise left her “shocked”.
When you’re ready for the stage, there’s no better place to fulfill your dreams than NYC ️🫶
– Plains (@Delta) January 12, 2023
However, she noted that they won’t be joining immediately, as they will “have to be patient” and wait and see what musicals will be lined up in the future.
I legitimately want to throw our schedule to the wind and go this weekend but my musical theater expert and best friend @kristenhowerton let me know that more shows are shooting this week. So we have to be patient. pic.twitter.com/ccV0tHJ3ok
– Samantha Sophia (@RaisingSelf) January 11, 2023
Meanwhile, however, the family is busy preparing for Nathan to “audit for an award-winning TV show.”
Every moment this week has been an adventure since the Twitter Musical entered our lives.
We’re consulting an attorney & entertainment agent, planning a paid trip to see Broadway musicals, taping our own audition for a winning TV show. award for Nathan. pic.twitter.com/2oUBW4MCvx
– Samantha Sophia (@RaisingSelf) January 13, 2023
Say thanks to Nathan Broxton and wish him the best of luck!
