Matthew Hardy
I’m Matthew Hardy—an actor, musical theater writer, and creator of Bored and Confused Reviews, where I review New York theater.
This channel is where I share what I’m working on: original songs, demos, and material from my shows, from children’s theater to larger musical projects. Some of it’s polished, some of it’s still in progress, but it’s all part of building new work.
You’ll also find my Bored and Confused reviews, where I cover Broadway and Off-Broadway shows and answer two simple questions: Was I bored? Was I confused?
If you’re into new musicals, the writing process, and straightforward theater takes, that’s what you’ll get here.
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Matthew Hardy
NEW REVIEW! Is this 20-year-old play the most relevant thing on stage right now? I review THE RECEPTIONIST — Adam Bock's jet-black office comedy starring two-time Tony winner Katie Finneran — now playing Off-Broadway at Second Stage Theatre's Irene Diamond Stage at the Pershing Square Signature Center. https://youtu.be/ngAc4nX-SjM
9 hours ago | [YT] | 4
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SURPRISED & CONFUSED! I watched the 2026 Tony Award nominations announcement — and I have THOUGHTS. I'm going through all 26 categories, sharing my honest reactions, hot takes, and who I want to win (not who I predict WILL win). From the biggest snubs of the year to the nominations that genuinely surprised me, nothing is off limits. Watch the rant - https://youtu.be/gI63E2ruNTM
1 day ago | [YT] | 12
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LIVE STREAM of TONY NOMINATIONS! May 4, 2026 P A.M. EST. I will be watching the Tony nominations and reacting in real time! Join me! youtube.com/live/exurZl8Y_EY
3 days ago | [YT] | 7
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TONY AWARD NOMINATION PREDICTIONS! Getting this to you just under the wire! Tomorrow morning the Tony nominations will be announced so I'm putting in my thoughts on who will get nominated and who I think should get nominated! https://youtu.be/iVB-3sahJjI
3 days ago (edited) | [YT] | 18
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WHAT IS THE BEST SHOW OF 2026? I've crunched the numbers and this show has 39 nominations! Do you know the show I'm talking about? Have you seen it? Take a dive into the Drama Desk, Drama League, Outer Critics and Lucille Lortel Award Nominations! https://youtu.be/OOyRS-PRjQQ
6 days ago | [YT] | 10
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LAST REVIEW OF THE 2026 BROADWAY SEASON! Are you ready to do the Time Warp again? I saw THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW last night at Studio 54 and I can't wait to tell you ALL about it! https://youtu.be/wbtUBxsMp30
1 week ago (edited) | [YT] | 18
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NEW REVIEW! Don't be scared! It's just my review of THE FEAR OF 13! Check out the new Bored and Confused Meter in the thumbnail pic! Should I add this to all of the videos so you can quickly see how Bored and Confused I was? Watch the full review here! https://youtu.be/DYUwIXfO7PU
1 week ago | [YT] | 14
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NEW REVIEW! Just as the end of the 2026 Broadway season seemed like it was going to go out with a whimper, I caught a performance of the hilarious new play THE BALUSTERS at Manhattan Theater Club. Check out my full review!
1 week ago (edited) | [YT] | 16
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NEW REVIEW! I had a bad feeling going into the musical BEACHES on Broadway. Were my fears born out or was I worried for nothing? Find out in this unfiltered ramble (and rant) about the craft of writing Musical Theater! https://youtu.be/NQRt_cizhbQ
1 week ago | [YT] | 15
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NEW REVIEW! From the West End to Off Broadway it's the true crime thriller KEN REX playing at the Lucille Lortel Theater. It was a hit in London, but will it be a hit in New York? Check out my full review. https://youtu.be/KWglOJiQ5D4
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