From 'OMG' to Broadway: Former Mets Infielder José Iglesias Makes Stage Debut

From 'OMG' to Broadway: Former Mets infielder José Iglesias makes stage debut

The voice behind the Mets' 2024 playoff anthem "OMG" is taking on a new stage. José Iglesias made his Broadway debut in Buena Vista Social Club this week.

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Two years after "OMG" became a rousing success and an anthem for the New York Mets, Jose Iglesias brought his unique musical ability to the stage.

Former New York Mets’ Shortstop Becomes First Latino MLB Player To Make Broadway Debut

As if reaching the Major Leagues wasn’t enough, 36-year-old Jose Iglesias recently tapped into his creative side at the highest level on Aug. 27, making his Broadway debut in Buena Vista Social Club. He is now the first Latino MLB player to appear on Broadway. Former Mets’ Shortstop Jose Iglesias Impresses in Broadway Debut Iglesias […] The post Former New York Mets’ Shortstop Becomes First Latino MLB Player To Make Broadway Debut appeared first…

José Iglesias’ Broadway Debut in Buena Vista Social Club Is a Homecoming

Can you say "OMG?" Former New York Mets second baseman and current Latin pop artist José "Candelita" Iglesias is making his Broadway debut in Buena Vista Social Club. Set in Iglesias’ hometown of Havana, Cuba, stepping onto the stage of the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on August 27 felt less daunting and more like a homecoming for Iglesias, who spoke to The Broadway Show ahead of his first performance. When opportunity comes calling, you pick up. “…