James Forbes Sheehan

James Forbes Sheehan is an Associate Producer at Commercial Theatre based in New York, New York.1 He has been working with Cody Lassen & Associates since February 2023, where he holds the position of Associate Producer.1

Professional Experience

In his current role at Cody Lassen & Associates, Sheehan's responsibilities include:

• Overseeing investor relations
• Managing creative development
• Designing pitch decks
• Handling contracting
• Coordinating recording sessions, premieres, and events for multiple shows1

Some notable projects he has worked on include:

• The Flamingo Kid: Coordinated investor relations for three commercial rightsholders, analyzed audience survey feedback, and collaborated with authors and creative team on rewrites.1
• Empire Records, Hard Road to Heaven, and Saved by the Bell: Line-produced developmental work sessions for these musicals.1
• Summoning Sylvia and Indoor Boys: Involved in distribution, press, and marketing for these independent film and web series projects.1

Previous Roles

Before his current position, Sheehan's career history includes:

• Operations Manager at Arthur Miller Foundation (February 2020 - July 2022)
• Associate Producer at Cody Lassen & Associates (April 2019 - February 2020)
• Press and Producing Assistant at Jeffrey Richards Associates / Franco Productions (May 2014 - May 2015)
• Freelance Graphic Designer (2008 - 2015)
• Tour Manager for Wagner College Choral Department (October 2013 - December 2014)
• Assistant to the Executive Producer at Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston (May 2011 - September 2013)
• Administrative Assistant at Turtle Lane Playhouse (June 2010 - August 2011)1

Education

Sheehan holds a Bachelor of Science in Arts Administration with a Theatre Concentration from Wagner College, which he attended from 2011 to 2015.1 He also participated in the Commercial Theatre Institute's 2015 Seminar.1

James Forbes Sheehan's diverse experience in theatre production, investor relations, and creative development has established him as a valuable associate producer in the commercial theatre industry.